UK electric vehicle sales figures more than doubled in 2020 from the previous year, with 86,291 fully electrified vehicles registered between January 2020 and November 2020. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), there are more than 100 different plug-in car models now available to buy in the UK, with manufacturers aiming … Read More →
Leaders within the car industry have pushed for a trade-free agreement ever since the Brexit result was announced 4 years ago. This was deemed essential as approximately 70% of cars registered in the UK are currently imported from the European Union and more than 85% of cars made in the UK are exported. In 2020 … Read More →
So, you’ve heard about electric vehicles (EV’s). You also know that if you’re not quite ready to take the fully electrified car plunge you can opt for a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). You’ve just about got your head around the difference between the two and the technology involved. But what about self-charging cars? Firstly, … Read More →
Despite Mini E prototypes being around since 2008, it has taken a surprisingly long time for MINI to bring a full EV to market. What was possibly even more shocking was that BMW pipped them to the post with the i3. But at long last we have the MINI Electric, the first fully electric battery … Read More →
Sales of electric cars more than doubled in 2019 and despite the disruption that Covid-19 has brought to the market, we expect that the popularity of these vehicles will continue to rise. Gone are the days of limited choice in makes and models. Manufacturers have worked hard to bring a wide array of EV’s to … Read More →
It was a sad day for motor enthusiasts and experts alike when news hit that the 2020 Geneva Motor Show would be cancelled. Event organisers had initially insisted that the historic show would go ahead, but due to concerns over Covid-19 and the rapid spread of the coronavirus throughout Europe, a Swiss ban on all … Read More →
One of the biggest concerns over electric vehicles has always been the lack of charging infrastructure. While the number of public charging stations is increasing, car owners want the practicality and convenience of home charging points. Yet, for many homes such as flats or terrace houses, this is simply not possible and therefore an EV … Read More →
It’s hard to imagine what the next decade of car manufacturing will bring given the huge advances we’ve seen in a relatively short period. However, if these recent concepts are a sign of what’s to come, we think we’re in for some outrageously crazy future cars. Due to the growing concern over emissions we’ve witnessed … Read More →
For many driver’s price is a big factor in holding off on purchasing an EV. While the charging infrastructure finally begins to grow and the environmental benefits are encouraging, many still can’t get past the price tag to make an electric car feasible. The battery makes up a large portion of the overall electric vehicle cost and … Read More →
You’d be forgiven for feeling confused about where we are currently at with self-driving vehicles. These cars and the technology needed are in a constant state of development, meaning blink and you might just miss the latest news. So here is a what’s what, quick guide on everything you need to know about driverless cars. … Read More →
