
Independent car dealers are overcoming EV fears to embrace used electric stock – Auto Trader
Independent dealers are embracing used EVs, with a 161% rise in electric stock over the past year as consumer demand evolves, says Auto Trader.

Kia create a “BIG small” Van to Rival the ID Buzz but DONT go far enough! Or do they
Bridging the gap between small and medium sizes, offering impressive space but limited payload. It impresses with style and features, though charging speed and payload may disappoint some.

Nio comes to the UK this year with Chinese manufacturer launching ‘cheap’ small EV called Firefly
Nio’s budget Firefly EV, a compact supermini, aims for the UK this year, priced under £25k to rival Renault 5 EV and VW ID.2 in the city EV market.

China’s booming EV industry | BBC News
China leads the EV race with strong subsidies, rapid transition, and tech like battery swapping – quickly moving beyond petrol and diesel vehicles.

At last, public EV charging works as it’s supposed to – but there’s still a problem
EV chargers are now fast, reliable, and widespread like petrol stations, but high charging costs remain a key concern for drivers.

BYD SEALION 7 REVIEW
The BYD SEALION 7 delivers comfort, power, AWD security, and 312-mile range, showcasing how Chinese EVs can rival the best in quality and tech.

The EVs making money right now!?! Unveiling Utrecht’s Renault 5 Powered Supergrid!!
Imogen Bhogal visits Utrecht to explore how EVs are powering the grid in Europe’s boldest V2G project, with 2,600 chargers planned by 2025.

GRIDSERVE research shows half of non-EV drivers would switch if public charging VAT cut
49% of UK drivers would switch to EVs sooner if public charging had the same VAT as home use, says GRIDSERVE survey, currently 20% vs 5%.
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Kia create a “BIG small” Van to Rival the ID Buzz but DONT go far enough! Or do they
Bridging the gap between small and medium sizes, offering impressive space but limited payload. It impresses with style and features, though charging speed and payload may disappoint some.

BYD SEALION 7 REVIEW
The BYD SEALION 7 delivers comfort, power, AWD security, and 312-mile range, showcasing how Chinese EVs can rival the best in quality and tech.

NEW BYD Dolphin Surf vs Renault 5 vs Citroen eC3 review – what’s the BEST small electric car?
Which small EV is best? Watch our BYD Dolphin Surf vs Renault 5 vs Citroën eC3 review, comparing features and a drag race showdown!

BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort 2025 Review | UK First Look
Alex reviews the new BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort in the UK: solid build, 43.5kWh battery, £23,950 price—could this be a hit with UK buyers?

Porsche Macan Turbo Electric Review
The Porsche Macan Turbo Electric offers superior handling, AWD performance, practical range, and ultra-rapid charging, but at a premium price of £96,900+.

The Updated 2025 Nissan Micra That No One Expected!
Steve Fowler checks out the new all-electric Nissan Micra – stylish, practical, and a rival to the Renault 5. Could this be the UK’s next EV favourite?

The Alpine A390 Is France’s Answer To The Porsche Macan EV
Alpine’s first bespoke EV, the A390, targets Macan EV fans with bold styling, a tri-motor setup, torque vectoring, and true driver-focused fun.

Subaru Solterra Touring 2025 Review | Rugged EV
The Subaru Solterra EV shares a platform with Toyota BZ4X, features AWD, off-road tech, good clearance, and starts at £52,550 with unique design touches.

Polestar 2 – Have They Fixed What Was Wrong?
Nearly five years on, the Polestar 2 facelift improves efficiency and keeps its sleek design, blending SUV style with solid build quality and premium feel.

Porsche Macan Electric Review
The Porsche Macan Electric offers precise handling and up to 398 miles range; entry model £68.5K, Turbo £96.9K with better suspension and performance.

Volume-chasing Polestar 7 will “behave totally like a Polestar”
The upcoming Polestar 7 aims to boost sales as the brand’s first mass-market EV, while keeping its premium appeal and dynamic performance.

Microlino Review 2025 | The Bubble Car is Back!
Born from post-WWII fuel scarcity, microcars like the Isetta return in spirit with the electric Microlino—compact, stylish, and up to 141 miles of range.
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Independent car dealers are overcoming EV fears to embrace used electric stock – Auto Trader
Independent dealers are embracing used EVs, with a 161% rise in electric stock over the past year as consumer demand evolves, says Auto Trader.

Nio comes to the UK this year with Chinese manufacturer launching ‘cheap’ small EV called Firefly
Nio’s budget Firefly EV, a compact supermini, aims for the UK this year, priced under £25k to rival Renault 5 EV and VW ID.2 in the city EV market.

China’s booming EV industry | BBC News
China leads the EV race with strong subsidies, rapid transition, and tech like battery swapping – quickly moving beyond petrol and diesel vehicles.

At last, public EV charging works as it’s supposed to – but there’s still a problem
EV chargers are now fast, reliable, and widespread like petrol stations, but high charging costs remain a key concern for drivers.

GRIDSERVE research shows half of non-EV drivers would switch if public charging VAT cut
49% of UK drivers would switch to EVs sooner if public charging had the same VAT as home use, says GRIDSERVE survey, currently 20% vs 5%.

Warning to car owners without driveway as change set to impact two million
Over 100,000 new EV chargers planned in England, aiming to support millions without home charging and boost the UK’s switch to greener driving.

Call to ensure public EV charging is accessible
MP urges UK Government to ensure EV charging is accessible for 1.35m disabled drivers in new Planning and Infrastructure Bill amendment.

Rachel Reeves turns her back on petrol and diesel cars as billions invested into electric vehicles
Chancellor unveils £1.8bn EV boost, £1.4bn for electric vehicles and £400m to expand UK charging, pushing the shift from petrol and diesel.

BYD 1 MEGAWATT 5 minute EV Charger. Overdue or Overkill?
BYD’s new EV battery charges fully in 5 mins at 1000V/1000A, a huge breakthrough. But do we really need such ultra-fast charging?

Drivers could save £25,000 when buying new electric vehicles from Ford, Mercedes, VW and more
Drivers can save up to £25,000 on a new EV, with grants for vans, trucks, taxis, and bikes as the UK pushes for wider EV adoption.

Use car industry fines to boost EV sales, says Polestar boss
Polestar’s Matt Galvin urges using ZEV Mandate fines to boost EV adoption, and questions the UK’s weak support and extra EV taxes.

EV charger roll-out to accelerate as Government lifts restrictions
UK speeds up EV charging rollout by removing planning permission for installations, easing barriers especially for businesses, says Roads Minister.
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The EVs making money right now!?! Unveiling Utrecht’s Renault 5 Powered Supergrid!!
Imogen Bhogal visits Utrecht to explore how EVs are powering the grid in Europe’s boldest V2G project, with 2,600 chargers planned by 2025.

Why Oil & Gas Might Hold the Key to Geothermal Energy…| Fully Charged Show Podcast
Could geothermal power the world 24/7? Jamie Beard says yes—next-gen tech and oil & gas skills could spark a clean energy revolution beneath us.

EV Battery Shake Up, ChatGPT’s & VW’s EV for Everyone?!
Join Robert for June’s Almost Breaking News: BYD megachargers, $10/kWh sodium batteries, VW’s £22k EV, 100% renewables & the Abarth 600e!

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.
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THE WORLD’S NO.1 HOME ENERGY & ELECTRIC VEHICLE SHOW FARNBOROUGH INTERNATIONAL | 11TH – 12TH OCTOBER 2025
Packed with visitor attractions, live ‘expert’ led panel discussions, scores of companies displaying home energy products and EVs, and, of course, the largest EV test drive experience and display of EVs available on the market.

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?
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How long do electric car batteries last? What analysing 10,000 EVs tells us…
Geotab finds EV batteries can last 20+ years! Discover key insights and simple tips to extend your EV’s battery life.

EV drivers save nearly £6,000
EV drivers can save up to £7,785 by switching, with £3,125 saved via home charging and £431 even using public chargers, says Cost of Driving Electric Report.

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.