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Looking on the internet at the number of EV makers that have gone bust in China, we are now experiencing a glut of Chinese EVs into the UK. Jaecoo, Chery, Great Wall Motor, NIO, XPeng, Leapmotor, Zeekr,...
I have a 2015 Toyota Auris Hybrid which I consider to be the best car I have ever owned. My wife's mobility scooter, when dismantled, fits the boot perfectly. I don't do particularly long journeys and...
I am considering my first electric car and am being offered no incentives from the dealer. The car is described over the phone as a courtesy car, has about 1,975 miles on the clock but can't be delivered...
December last year I ordered a Skoda EV which was eligible for the £2,500 plug-in car grant but it still hasn't been delivered yet due to production problems. Delivery is not likely to happen for several...
I am contemplating changing my large automatic SUV vehicle to an electric or plug-in hybrid. I don’t quite understand the cost of charging compared to the range the vehicles can potentially achieve. Which...
I purchased a new Nissan Leaf Tekna in November and am very pleased apart from the range. In real terms I can only go around 45-50 miles and back unless I drive very carefully. I am considering selling...
My son needs to change his car. At present he is running a Volkswagen Golf estate and needs to change it for a similar size and spec electric vehicle. I’d be grateful for some advice as to what we should...
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I signed the order and a £500 deposit for the new MG ZS long range in December, am I still OK for the £2,500 plug-in car grant?
I was expecting to see a £2,500 reduction on our invoice for the price of the car. Instead, I see £2083.33 to which they add VAT, to make £2,500. Shouldn't I expect the whole £2,500 off the price?