
China’s electric cars are becoming slicker and cheaper – but is there a deeper cost?
The BYD Dolphin Surf hits the UK at £18K—very cheap for an EV—and shakes up established brands with its rising global presence.

Keir Starmer and Labour may U-turn on major car tax rule change affecting millions
Labour may reconsider the £40k “luxury” car tax threshold, after backlash over EV owners paying extra under new April 2025 VED rules.

FIRST DRIVE: 2025 Genesis GV70. Has Genesis finally fixed everything?
Nicki drives the updated Genesis GV70, luxury, tech, and comfort combine as Genesis aims to rival Europe’s premium brands in style.

With deadline for ban on petrol and diesel cars looming, will switch-over to electric vehicles hit us in the pocket?
With just 5 years until new petrol and diesel car sales are banned, debate continues over the true cost of switching to electric vehicles.

Final report: Genesis Electrified GV70 long-term review
After 70k miles, the Genesis GV70 stands out for luxury, comfort, and refinement – making lesser EVs feel tiring by comparison.

The Battery Boom: Why Grid Storage Is the Backbone of Clean Power! | The Fully Charged SHOW Podcast
Grid batteries are reshaping UK energy. Imogen and Ed Porter explain how they cut costs, boost reliability, and help power a cleaner future.

Mini John Cooper Works Electric Review 2025 | First Look
Mini’s new Cooper JCW Electric is here—Alex explores its design, interior, boot space, and most importantly, how it feels to drive.

EV expert breaks down the different home charging options — here’s what you need to know before getting an EV
EV expert Liz Najman breaks down home charging into Level 1 vs. Level 2 in a clear new video, helping drivers cut through the confusion.
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FIRST DRIVE: 2025 Genesis GV70. Has Genesis finally fixed everything?
Nicki drives the updated Genesis GV70, luxury, tech, and comfort combine as Genesis aims to rival Europe’s premium brands in style.

Mini John Cooper Works Electric Review 2025 | First Look
Mini’s new Cooper JCW Electric is here—Alex explores its design, interior, boot space, and most importantly, how it feels to drive.

FIRST LOOK: Alpine A390 – good enough to beat Porsche?
Nicola Hume explores the Alpine A390, a bold electric coupé aiming for Porsche. Sharp design, tech, and Alpine DNA, can it shake up the EV game?

Maserati Grecale EV – Is It Bonkers Enough?
The Maserati Grecale Folgore is a stylish, 100k+ electric SUV with big power, luxury, and subtle design—aimed at families and discerning drivers.

70,000-Mile Hyundai Ioniq 5 Owner Review: ‘Zero Regrets’
After 70,000 miles, a used Hyundai Ioniq 5 proves ultra-reliable and well-loved – an ideal choice for a dependable, mainstream electric vehicle.

FIRST DRIVE: a smart to take on Land Rover?? New #5 driven!
Nicola drives the all-electric smart #5, smart’s biggest, boldest SUV yet. New tech, big range, serious space – can it take on the EV heavyweights?

The electric car that raises TOUGH questions about EVs | Mini John Cooper Works Electric
The Mini JCW Electric packs serious speed and fun, but its bold performance and quirks may divide opinion among both EV and petrol fans.

X Marks the Spot – Shanghai Coffee Run in the ZEEKR X with Baby!
Explore Shanghai’s streets in the Zeekr X with assisted driving tech and meet ‘Baby’, the surprise companion on this unique city drive!

I’ve Just Bought A £2k Electric Car!
Can you buy a full EV for under £2,000? Yes! A 2016 Renault Zoe proves affordable, usable, and perfect as a low-cost second car.

FIRST DRIVE: New BYD Dolphin Surf or Seagull – depending on where you live!
Ginny drives the BYD Dolphin Surf in Rome, 2025 World Urban Car of the Year. How does it perform on European roads? Join her to find out!

New Skoda Elroq Review
The Skoda Elroq is a stylish mid-size electric SUV with great range, space, and value—rivals the EV3 and Kona, starting from £31,510.

I’m sold –The tiny electric car with HUGE space | Hyundai Inster
Hyundai Inster is a cute, affordable compact EV with good range, comfy interior, and solid features, perfect for city driving, says Electroheads.
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China’s electric cars are becoming slicker and cheaper – but is there a deeper cost?
The BYD Dolphin Surf hits the UK at £18K—very cheap for an EV—and shakes up established brands with its rising global presence.

Keir Starmer and Labour may U-turn on major car tax rule change affecting millions
Labour may reconsider the £40k “luxury” car tax threshold, after backlash over EV owners paying extra under new April 2025 VED rules.

With deadline for ban on petrol and diesel cars looming, will switch-over to electric vehicles hit us in the pocket?
With just 5 years until new petrol and diesel car sales are banned, debate continues over the true cost of switching to electric vehicles.

Final report: Genesis Electrified GV70 long-term review
After 70k miles, the Genesis GV70 stands out for luxury, comfort, and refinement – making lesser EVs feel tiring by comparison.

EV expert breaks down the different home charging options — here’s what you need to know before getting an EV
EV expert Liz Najman breaks down home charging into Level 1 vs. Level 2 in a clear new video, helping drivers cut through the confusion.

Inside The Top Secret Testing Facility Of China’s BIGGEST Battery Maker
Elliot and Robert tour CATL’s secret lab, revealing battery tech that charges EVs in just 5 mins – CATL holds 36% of the global market!

UK government cuts red tape to make it easier, quicker and cheaper to switch to EVs
From 29 May 2025, new rules make it easier, faster and cheaper to install EV charge points at homes, workplaces and public sites, boosting access.

Electric car drivers won’t ever go back to petrol or diesel
Most EV drivers won’t return to petrol/diesel; 82–95% prefer EVs for their next car, showing strong satisfaction with the switch.

Are Electric Cars Cheaper to Insure?
Salary sacrifice EV schemes cut costs by 20–50%, with insurance included. As the market grows, EV insurance prices are set to drop further.

The most anticipated new EVs coming to Europe in 2025
From retro icons to tech trailblazers, these new EVs prove the electric boom is no bubble, it’s mainstream and gaining serious momentum.

Average range of new electric cars now 300 miles
Electric cars are going further and getting more popular. Today’s average BEV can hit 300 miles on a charge, with more models to choose from than ever.

Norfolk coastal route named among UK’s best road trips
Norfolk coast ranks 4th best UK EV road trip for charging locations, charger density, parking, and nearby attractions, per Evans Halshaw research.
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The Battery Boom: Why Grid Storage Is the Backbone of Clean Power! | The Fully Charged SHOW Podcast
Grid batteries are reshaping UK energy. Imogen and Ed Porter explain how they cut costs, boost reliability, and help power a cleaner future.

The Truth Behind Jaguar’s Unapologetic Relaunch and What Happens Next…| Fully Charged Show Podcast
Jaguar MD Rawdon Glover reveals the bold 2024 rebrand, EV pivot, and why the iconic brand’s future means not being loved by everyone.

Tesla, Tariffs & Taking Opportunities – Polestar’s CEO Tells All! | Fully Charged SHOW Podcast
Polestar CEO Michael Lohscheller discusses EV strategy, production challenges, and the climate-neutral Polestar 0 in this Fully Charged podcast.

BYD Starts To Outsell UK’s Biggest Car Brands?! | Fully Charged SHOW Podcast
Robert Llewellyn and BYD UK’s Steve Beattie explore BYD’s EV rise, Blade Battery tech, affordability, and Europe’s growing EV future.

Sainsbury’s Smart Charge for Net Zero + Customer Excellence – Liz Allan + Richard Hackforth-Jones
Liz Allan talks with Sainsbury’s Smart Charge lead Richard Hackforth-Jones about scaling 75+ EV sites in a year and making charging easy and rewarding.

Powering Apartments with ChargeGuru’s EV Charging Solution – Liz Allan and Denis Watling
Liz Allan talks with ChargeGuru’s Denis Watling about tackling EV charging in apartments with fully funded solutions to drive net zero in urban areas.

Melanie Shufflebotham interviews Vicky Read, CEO, ChargeUK | The Charge
Melanie Shufflebotham talks with ChargeUK CEO Vicky Read about EV charging pricing, reliability, LEVI funding, and what’s next for the UK industry.

Shanghai 2025: We Drove Chinese EVs! BYD Seagull, Nio, XPeng And Zeekr Bring The Heat
Kevin joins Tim and Patrick to explore standout EVs from the Shanghai Auto Show, including BYD Seagull, NIO tech, and China’s global EV rise.

Britain’s Best-Selling Electric Bike — And Why Maeving Is Betting Big on UK Manufacturing!
Maeving CEO Seb Inglis-Jones shares how retro electric bikes, UK engineering & battery tech are winning over petrolheads and new riders alike.

Triumphant Australian Success Story Hurt by Trump’s Tariffs? Janus Trucks
Post-election, Robert Llewellyn chats with Janus CEO Lex Forsyth on EV wins, commercial truck gains, and tariffs hitting clean tech investment.

The Tiny Tech That’s Really Powering Electric Cars! | Lars Regers, NXP Semiconductors
Imogen Bhogal and NXP’s Lars Reger discuss how semiconductors drive EVs, AI, autonomy, and the transformation of electric mobility.

How EVA England Champions the EV Driver Experience and Net Zero. – Liz Allan and Vicky Edmonds
Vicky Edmonds, CEO of EVA England, champions EV drivers with policy know-how and real-world insight, making their voices heard across the UK.
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Pod expands partnership with Tesco to offer Clubcard points for EV charging
EV drivers can now earn Tesco Clubcard points when charging with Pod at Tesco – plus 2,500 bonus points for new Pod Drive home charger customers.

Think electric cars are expensive? My new EV costs me less than a couple of posh coffees a day
Steve Fowler pays just £6.21/day for a £38k Vauxhall Grandland—proof that smart, flexible leasing makes new cars surprisingly affordable.

What is the Real-World Range for Electric Vehicles? Battery Health, Efficiency & Data Insights
EV range estimates are 20-30% higher than real-world. Our UK data offers battery tips, true range forecasts, and strategies to reclaim 20%+ lost mileage

New insights from Lex Autolease
Lex Autolease’s EV Mythbusters series busts common EV myths with real-world data -essential reading for fleets, brokers & business leaders.

We have a Zappi! Showing charge point installation, how to use Zappi, and getting cheap charging
We’ve installed the myenergi Zappi home charger—reliable, easy to use, and complaint-free. Watch the setup, features, and why it’s Mr EVs favourite.

Watershed moment for EV uptake? But who’s really buying battery EVs?
Record UK EV sales, global EV milestones, huge crowds at EE SYDNEY! Visit Electric Vehicles Expert at Everything Electric LONDON.

Repair fix and REMAKE. 1% inspiration, 99% perspiration!
A new show challenges two tech teams to build wild machines from e-waste! Get involved from the start—visit the ZAPHEAP Kickstarter page.

Renault Megane E-Tech Review: How does it fare on a French roadtrip?
The Renault Megane E-Tech fares well on a French roadtrip, showcasing the cars presence but also highlighting frustrations with charging infrastructure

Welcome to Everything Electric LONDON
The World’s number 1 energy efficiency show is returning to ExCel London 16th-18th April 2025! Book your tickets now.

Combatting EV myths from real drivers
Hear real EV drivers share their experiences, debunking myths on battery health, fires, and more, setting the record straight on electric driving.

EVs vs. Petrol: The Real Cost of Driving
EV drivers agree: Owning an EV costs less overall – cheaper charging, maintenance, and more fun to drive! Ready to make the switch?

Everything Electric AUSTRALIA NSW 2025
Get your tickets for the world’s no.1 Home Energy & Electric Vehicle Show on 7th-9th March at the Sydney Olympic Park.
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HMRC launches new road charges for petrol, diesel and electric car drivers today – are you impacted?
HMRC has updated advisory fuel rates, affecting how company car drivers – petrol, diesel, or EVs are reimbursed for mileage costs.

UK Electric Vehicle Market Accelerates: May Registrations Surge by 28%
UK EV momentum builds: BEV sales up 28% YoY in May, taking 21.9% market share. 175,165 registered so far in 2025, as petrol/diesel decline.

Another way electric cars clean the air: study says brake dust reduced by 83%
BEVs cut brake dust by 83% thanks to regen braking, which reduces the need for rubbing friction brakes, says a new EU and TfL-backed study.

EVs trump petrol for bank holiday trips, saving us 88%!
OVO finds the Lake District loop is the top UK road trip. EVs could cut costs by 88%, but 40% don’t realise they’re cheaper to run.

Used electric car sales up 39% as the Tesla Model 3 is named top-selling EV
Used EV sales on cinch jumped 39% YoY (Q1 2024–2025), confirming 2025 as a key year for switching to EVs, boosted by new brands like BYD and OMODA.

EVs to account for one-quarter of car sales this year
1 in 4 cars sold globally in 2024 will be electric, rising to 2 in 5 by 2030, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA).

Choice of EVs for UK car buyers reaches record high
Two in five new UK car models are now fully electric, with over 130 BEV options, which is up from 102 last year

Choice of EVs for UK car buyers reaches record high
A record two in five new car models on sale in the UK are available as a pure electric version, according to new analysis.

Used EV sales rise by 58.5%
Battery electric cars recorded the highest growth in the used vehicle market, increasing by 58.5% to 65,850 units and a record 3.3% share of all transactions, according to new figures.

EVs could power homes if UK suffers major power cut – think tank
EVs could power UK homes during outages, with 60% of an EV’s battery providing nearly six days of electricity, according to the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit.

Halving fuel excise will save $312, but an EV could save $27,000. You choose
The Australian temporary 25¢ fuel discount saves ~$312, but switching to an EV could save $27K–$50K+ over a car’s lifetime.

Electric Vans Double Sales as BEV Cars Defy Market Cooldown in April
Electric cars surged in April 2025, with BEV sales up 3.7% and now making up over 20% of the market, according to New AutoMotive.