An easy guide to electric car jargon

3 days ago
Gavin Braithwaite-Smith

Don’t know your AC from your elbow? Our quick guide to electric car jargon should help to untangle a few…

Are the batteries in electric cars recyclable?

4 days ago

An electric vehicle battery can be recycled, but many are given a second life when they are no longer suitable…

Why are electric cars less efficient on motorways?

2 weeks ago

Electric cars lose some of their efficiency advantage on motorways – but much depends upon how you drive them.

How do I charge an electric car using solar panels?

3 weeks ago

Harvesting solar energy is a cost-effective and green way to charge your electric car. We explain how it works.

How can I get an EV charging wallbox fitted at home?

4 weeks ago

We explain how to get an electric car charger installed at your house, along with how much it could cost…

How can regenerative braking improve your electric car’s range?

4 weeks ago

Regenerative braking recovers the energy lost when slowing down, using it to recharge an electric car's batteries. Here is how…

Electric cars: Why charging capacity doesn’t tell the whole story

1 month ago

We explain the difference between electric car charging capacity and charging speed – and how each can impact the time…

Should I convert my classic car to electric power?

1 month ago

Swapping a classic car's engine for batteries and an electric motor is controversial. We look at the pros and cons…

How do I find my nearest electric car charging point?

2 months ago

We explain how to locate electric car charging points, helping you to plan journeys and avoid becoming stranded in your…

Can I use a Tesla Supercharger to charge my non-Tesla electric car?

2 months ago

Tesla has opened up parts of its Supercharger network to drivers of other electric cars. We explain how to take…

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