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Honda e long-term review: report 3

Reviews Peter Burgess - 0
Living with an electric Honda e. This month, we talk real versus theoretical range – and look forward to a Honda Home Charging System.
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Hiring an electric car on holiday: how it can be brilliant

Driving Peter Burgess - 0
We rented a Renault Zoe EV on holiday in Majorca. The experience wasn't wholly straightforward, but it was affordable, practical and fun.
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Pininfarina reveals wallbox charger for Battista hypercar

Charging Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 0
Pininfarina's new 'Residenza' wallbox for the Battista is made from sustainable materials and is colour-coded to match the car.
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Warranty company busts electric car reliability myths

Buying Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 0
Warrantywise has analysed policy data to analyse the reliability of the Tesla Model S, Nissan Leaf and BMW i3 electric cars.
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What is an electric car Acoustic Vehicle Alert System?

Guides Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 0
Since July 2019, all new types of electric and hybrid vehicles must have an Acoustic Vehicle Alert System fitted to improve road safety.
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8 popular electric car myths: busted

News Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 0
There are a lot of misconceptions about EVs, including their impact on jobs and the environment. We bust eight popular myths.
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Can I drive an electric car in the rain?

Driving Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 0
In 2019, a survey conducted by LV= insurance found that 12 percent of motorists believe an electric car cannot be driven in...
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How do I find my nearest electric car charger?

Charging Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 0
Whether you're using an app or a map, we list the ways you can locate the nearest electric car charger.
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How cheaply can I buy a used electric car?

Buying Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 0
You’ll need at least £5,000 to buy a used electric car, but think twice before reaching for your wallet. Because while some...
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Who is the average electric car owner?

News Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 0
A survey of 2,000 Brits has revealed what the average electric car owner looks like. The pen portrait is likely to change as the industry develops.
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Electric McLaren Senna Ride-On is Lando Norris approved

News Richard Aucock - 0
The McLaren Senna Ride-On is an all-electric car for 3 to 6 year olds... and F1 driver Lando Norris. Is it THE Christmas gift of 2020?
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Buying

Buying

Is service and maintenance cheaper on an electric car?

Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 0
Good news: an electric car WILL be cheaper to maintain. You could save as much as 70 percent over a car's lifetime.
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Buying

What is an electric car?

Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 1
What exactly is an electric car? Here's a very basic guide to get you started on your journey down electric avenue.
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Buying

Are electric cars more expensive to insure?

Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 0
Thanks to their sophisticated technology, electric cars are more expensive to insure than their petrol and diesel equivalents.
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Charging

Charging

What is a second life for electric car batteries?

Peter Burgess - 0
There is life after death for EV batteries. We explain how they can be recycled and reused
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Charging

What is the difference between slow, fast and rapid charging?

Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 1
Looking for a brief overview of the difference between slow, fast and rapid electric car charging? You've come to the right place.
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Charging

What is the difference between single-phase and three-phase electricity?

Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 1
What's the difference between a single phase and three phase electricity supply and what they mean for charging your electric car at home.
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Driving

Driving

Can I take an electric car through a car wash?

Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 0
Spoiler alert: YOU CAN take an electric car through a car wash. Here's what you need to do.
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Driving

Can I own an electric car if I don’t have a parking space?

Peter Burgess - 0
We explain the options if you own an electric car, but don’t have a dedicated parking space outside your home
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Driving

Do electric cars need an MOT?

Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 0
Your electric car will require an MOT test when it hits its third anniversary, but it won't have to pass an emissions test.
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News

News

Renault Zoe Van is Britain’s first fully-electric car-derived van

Richard Aucock - 0
The Renault Zoe Van is Britain’s first fully-electric car-derived van (CDV) and is on sale now with a VAT-free price starting from...
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Porsche Taycan and Kia Soul EV triumph at 2020 World Car Awards

Richard Aucock - 0
Electric cars have won three prizes in the 2020 World Car Awards with the Porsche Taycan taking two gongs and the Kia Soul EV winning the urban car prize
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Britain’s largest rail commuter EV charging hub opens

Richard Aucock - 0
Britain’s largest railway station electric car charging hub has opened at Hatfield station in Hertfordshire
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