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Why are electric cars less efficient when driving on motorways?

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Electric cars use more energy relative to the distance travelled on the motorway. Much depends upon how you drive them, though
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What is preconditioning and how can it boost an electric car’s range?

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Preconditioning can improve comfort, add battery range and benefit your bank balance. Our quick guide explains how the process works.
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Charging an electric car: what you need to know

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Our quick guide to charging an electric car explains how long it takes, where to charge and how to save money by charging your EV at home.
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Hyundai electric cars: Your questions answered

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Here's what you need to know about Hyundai’s growing range of electric cars, including the Inster supermini and Ioniq 5 N hot hatchback.
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Driving an electric car – how is it different?

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An electric car is no more difficult to drive than one powered by petrol or diesel. If you are an EV novice, our guide explains the process.
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What happens if an electric car’s battery runs flat?

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Running out of charge in an EV is inconvenient and inadvisable. We explain your options if your electric car's battery goes flat.
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EVs explained: What do you need to know about electric cars?

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Our beginner's guide will help you get started on your electric car journey. We explain how EVs work and how they differ from other cars.
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Charging an electric car: the difference between AC and DC current

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We explain the difference between alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) electricity. How do they affect EV charging times?
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How long does it take to charge an electric car?

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How long an electric car takes to charge depends upon a number of factors. We do the maths, helping you to save time.
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