Gavin Braithwaite-Smith

An easy guide to electric car jargon

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

5 days ago

Are the batteries in electric cars recyclable?

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

6 days ago

How do I charge an electric car using solar panels?

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

3 weeks ago

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

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

4 weeks ago

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

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

1 month ago

Should I convert my classic car to electric power?

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

1 month ago

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

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

2 months ago

Can I charge my electric car using a three-pin plug?

You can charge an electric car using a domestic plug socket, but a wallbox charger is definitely better for home…

2 months ago

Do electric cars have to make a sound?

New electric and hybrid cars must be fitted with an Acoustic Vehicle Alert System (AVAS) to improve road safety. We…

3 months ago

How cheaply can I buy a used electric car?

Cheap second-hand electric cars cost from around £5,000, but you should think twice before buying one. We detail the pros…

3 months ago

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