As well as a lithium-ion battery for driving the wheels, electric cars also use a traditional 12-volt battery. Can this be jump-started?

The short answer to our title question is ‘yes’ – you can jump-start an electric car. However, the chances of you ever needing to do so are slim. Many people don’t realise that the vast majority of ...

When questioned, nearly all British drivers overestimated the number of breakdowns caused by electric vehicles running out of battery charge. In fact, a staggering 99 percent of the drivers surveyed ...

As part of changes to its zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate, the UK Government has announced that hybrid cars can continue to be sold brand new until 2035. Although the statement lacked some clarity ...

You may have seen news of changes to the UK Government’s zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate. Among other things, this will allow hybrid cars to remain on sale until 2035. After that, only electric ...

With global sales of 4.27 million cars in 2024, China’s BYD – it stands for ‘Build Your Dreams’ – is the third largest automotive brand in the world. It’s also become a big player in the UK, ...

Skoda currently offers three fully electric cars for sale in the UK: the Elroq, Enyaq and Enyaq Coupe. This short guide offers a broad overview of what you need to know about buying an electric Skoda ...

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Range is one of the major considerations when buying an electric car. Knowing how far you can drive on a full charge may ease any lingering ‘range anxiety’ you have. All new electric cars have an ...

All cars, whether electric, petrol, diesel or hybrid, are most efficient when driven at a steady speed. Conserving energy is all about having a light right foot. Press hard on the accelerator pedal ...

There are many reasons why you might rent an electric car. Maybe it’s an opportunity to see what living with an EV is like before you splash the cash. Or perhaps you already own an electric car and ...

Skoda electric cars: Your questions answered Gavin Braithwaite-Smith-12 March 2025 0 Latest Skoda electric cars: Your questions answered 12 March 2025 12 March 2025 ...