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Most recently answered electric cars questions

Can you tow a caravan with an electric car?

I have a small caravan, 1200kg max. I’m looking at changing my Nissan X-Trail to an all-electric. Would you advise I hang on for a bit or what EV would you recommend for towing it?

Do electric cars have an emergency manual charge flap release?

Do any electric cars have an emergency (manual) charge flap release?

What will road tax on a £40,000+ electric car be in 2025?

What will road tax on a £40,000+ EV be in 2025?

Can you extend the range of an electric car by driving economically as you can in a petrol or diesel car?

Is it possible to extend driving range in an EV by driving more carefully/slowly similar to how you can gain 10% or so in a petrol or diesel car?

Is it still worth buying a diesel car?

I’m thinking of buying a diesel car for the economy - should I reconsider with the Goverment's date of 2030 for stopping petrol and diesel cars being sold in the UK? Also do you think the Government will...

If I buy an electric car that's more than £40k, will I be liable for showroom tax from 2025?

If I buy an EV with list price £39500 and as an option have metallic paint at £555 will this make the car liable for the £40,000 'showroom tax' rate when EVs have to pay VED in a couple of years time?

What would cause a sudden power loss in an Audi Q4 e-tron?

My daughter's Audi Q4 e-tron lost power suddenly on the M1 where there was no hard shoulder and an HGV immediately behind her. Thankfully she and her baby suffered no harm. Is this a known issue with this...

What are the pros and cons of electric vs plug-in hybrid?

We are looking to replace our four year old Skoda Karoq in the next year. Our preference is for a similar sized SUV. Can you advise us on the pros and cons of full electric vs hybrid electric? We have...