Tag: electriccars
Sporty electric Mini Aceman JCW packs plenty of poke - but is it too much power for its own good?
The new range-topping JCW Aceman compact SUV, like all in the Mini Aceman range, is available only as an electric.
Mercedes exec calls £155k electric version of iconic SUV a 'complete flop'
It is reportedly being outsold seven to one by the petrol variant of the same SUV model, which for years has been a massive hit among celebrities and especially professional footballers.
Electric car sales jumped by a quarter in May as popularity of cheap Chinese brands intensifies
One in five 25-plate cars delivered last month are fully electric, with Chinese brands including BYD and Omoda driving demand, industry insiders said.
EV owners can now earn Clubcard points charging at Tesco - is it a better deal than drivers get filling up with petrol?
Tesco currently has 2,700 Vauxhall-branded Pod chargers at 619 stores nationwide, making it the largest retail EV charging network in Britain.
Mercedes exec calls electric version of iconic SUV a 'complete flop'
It is reportedly being outsold seven to one by the petrol variant of the same SUV model, which for years has been a massive hit among celebrities and especially professional footballers.
Porsche halts sale of electric vehicle over fears its battery will catch FIRE
Released in 2019, the Taycan quickly became one of the most popular luxury electric vehicles, but a string of safety malfunctions has marred its reputation.
Used electric cars lose half their value in two years - and experts are blaming car makers
New analysis suggests that a 24-month-old battery car sold to the trade in April on average retained just 47% of its original new cost.
No more planning applications needed for EV charging point installations
The Government has removed planning red tape making it easier for EV owners and businesses to install chargers, helping the switch to electric and for drivers to save money.
Used electric cars lose half their value in two years - manufacturers blamed for discounting new prices
New analysis suggests that a 24-month-old battery car sold to the trade in April on average retained just 47% of its original new cost.
Volvo to slash 15% of its workforce thanks to low EV demand
The Swedish car giant has revealed it will cut 3,000 white-collar jobs as it battles against the slowdown of EV sales across the globe and poor April sales figures.
Electric vehicle fires almost double in two years
Lithium-ion battery vehicle blazes surged almost 100% between 2022-2024, as e-transport became more popular.
Alpine unveils its A390 electric SUV: Bosses say it will be 'a racing car in a suit'
The new Tesla-rivalling EV was launched at the company's headquarters in Dieppe. Bosses said it will provide 'an extraordinary driving experience'.
Thinking about buying an EV but have concerns? Now you can ask your local MP!
A new tool launched by EVA England aims to connect you with your MP so you can voice your EV concerns and get answers as well as prompt change.
The 'Tesla-killer' that's now outselling the US giant's EVs in Europe
Chinese car maker BYD (Build Your Dreams) has sold more EVs in Europe than Tesla for the first time, as Chinese car makers continue to dominate and Tesla's sales slump.
Government to dump 'Tesla Tax' on new electric cars introduced in April as industry warns it's stifling EV demand
Changes to the Expensive Car Supplement levied on EVs will be made at the next Budget 'to make it easier to buy electric cars,' Roads Minister Lilian Greenwood said in a letter.
