News & Views

Scottish councils announce £300m EV charging contract
EasyGo wins £300m, 20-year contract to expand EV charging in northern Scotland, backed by Scottish Government and Transport Scotland funding.

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.