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Volvo XC40 Recharge battery pack

What are EV batteries made of?

It’s more important than ever that we know what electric car batteries are made of, and the costs of mining and manufacturing those materials...
Published 27 April 2023
UK has reached “peak petrol”, says research

Charging times explained

Do electric cars take long to charge? We take a look at it.
Published 25 April 2023
Sunday Times Driving Letters - Jeremy Clarkson VW Arteon review

Best executive cars to buy

Executive cars need to deliver comfort and tech that's the talk of the company car park.
Published 18 April 2023
2019 Peugeot 208 and e-208: prices, details, electric range and on sale date

Is now the time to buy an electric car?

There's a lot of suspicion around pure-electric vehicles (EVs) but they’re suitable for a lot more of us than you might think.
Published 28 February 2023
2022 Nissan Qashqai e-Power

9 best family cars for £200-£400 per month

Family car buyers are spoiled for choice when it comes to getting behind the wheel for £200-£400 per month.
Published 15 February 2023

Best executive cars for £400-600/month

With the majority of new cars in the UK being bought on finance, luxurious, well-equipped models have never been within easier reach for buyers.
Published 11 February 2023
SIx reasons why the Ford Mustang Mach-E is the choice of leaders (sponsored)

Best cars to buy in 2023

It would appear that 2023 will prove to be a better year for car buyers than 2022 was.
Published 17 January 2023
Ford Mustang Mach E Extended Range RWD

Top 10 longest-range electric cars

Which electric cars can be driven 348 miles or more between charges? Here's the top 10 for range.
Published 05 January 2023
2023 Volvo EX90

The best electric cars by type

Looking to buy an electric car? Here are some of the best available, split by type.
Published 31 December 2022
BMW i4

Best company cars 2023

Company cars make up nearly 50% of all annual car sales in the UK and it’s a segment of the market that has seen huge changes.
Published 29 December 2022
Kia gives out EV driving tips to increase range

EV drivers could save £500 with these tips

A study commissioned by Kia has shown that electric vehicle drivers could potentially increase their range between charges by as much as 33%.
Published 22 December 2022
Dazzled drivers believe car headlights are becoming too bright

Are LED headlight bulbs legal?

One major complaint often heard from motorists is about LED headlights and the blinding glare they cause to oncoming drivers.
Published 01 December 2022