The race to end our reliance on petrol and diesel motors is accelerating. In just four years, electric vehicles’ share of new EV sales in the UK has shot up from 1.7% in 2019 to 16.5% in 2023. But there is still a long way to go to meet the target of eight in ten
Expert analysis shows prices on forecourts to be 8.5% lower for EVs; helping drive huge surge in used EV sales Values of used EVs have tanked since 2022, bringing prices lower than combustion equivalents Used premium models can be on par with new budget cars Great value to be had on popular models Increased supply
Secondhand electric vehicle EV sales helped the UK’s used car market grow for the sixth successive quarter, figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) show. Used battery electric vehicles (BEVs) recorded a 52.6% increase in sales, reaching a record market share of 2.4%. Sales of plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) and hybrids (HEVs) also
A Ford Mustang Mach-E has set a new Guinness World Record for the longest journey by an electric vehicle (EV) without stopping to charge. Although Ford only claims a range of 373 miles from the Mach-E’s 91kWh battery, a British team drove the car 569.64 miles through the east of England on a single charge.
It’s undeniable that Tesla is the first brand to come to mind when someone mentions electric cars. The market leader has been the driving force behind electric vehicles, battery technology and recent innovations in the automotive industry. However, whether it be due to price, design, accessibility or anything else, Tesla’s aren’t for everyone. Fortunately, there are plenty
As a part of the media myself – and thus allegedly a purveyor of fake news and a habitually horrible human – it pains me to point out that large sections of the media seem to have a disturbing obsession with electric vehicles and the idea that they are basically big, dangerous fireworks on wheels.
It’s undeniable that Tesla is the first brand to come to mind when someone mentions electric cars. The market leader has been the driving force behind electric vehicles, battery technology and recent innovations in the automotive industry. However, whether it be due to price, design, accessibility or anything else, Tesla’s aren’t for everyone. Fortunately,
Benefits of Electric Vehicles What are you waiting for? Your key questions - asked and answered! As the world shifts towards sustainable living, electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming increasingly popular. For both the seasoned EV enthusiast and those new to the technology, understanding the myriad benefits of electric vehicles ownership is essential. The difference in motoring
Overwhelmed public infrastructure, “green rage” at charging points and long waits to top up batteries – driving to the Olympic Games in France this summer could be stressful for those in the wrong electric vehicle. Ticketholders might also find a 292-mile drive from London to Paris the ultimate test of range anxiety. However, as battery
With more used electric cars available than ever before and bargains to had, here are our top tips to consider before splashing the cash The electric car revolution in the UK has accelerated hugely in the past few years and today, even as hype and buying incentives begin to fade slightly, enthusiasm for electric cars