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The official WLTP range of my Kia Soul is 280 miles, but when fully charged it's showing 310 miles. Any ideas why this should be?
I am interested in buying a used electric car, but electric parking brakes are a deal-breaker. Please can you list the electric cars that have a mechanical handbrake for my shortlist?
My wife needs to make bi-monthly 500+ mile return journeys and does not like the idea of being dependent on public chargers so cannot be persuaded to use an EV. A PHEV can be used for both long journeys...
In the light of coming developments and the possibility of having to drop the beast (which is really good for the job), what are your thoughts on EVs and caravanning, and could you recommend any possible...
It amazes me that the current lot of electric vehicles do not seem to even pay lip service to streamlining to save battery. The front of a large number of cars these days seem to be square - like older...
If I purchase an EV over £40k and it is registered by the end of March would I escape the premium vehicle surcharge in subsequent years?
I live in a quiet residential area and can nearly always park at the kerbside on the street immediately outside my front gate. What are the laws regarding running a cable from an EV charger on the wall...
I am currently undergoing training to become a driving instructor. Once I have qualified, I am looking to buy my own vehicle rather than lease from one of the major national driving schools. I am looking...
My wife's car has s strong regenerative braking mode. When slowing down at a junction or whatever do the brake lights get illuminated?
I would like to get a Fiat 500e but don't have the facility to charge at home. The nearest charger is a nearby supermarket which only allows 2 hours charging. Would it harm the car if I used a rapid charger...