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When was the first electric vehicle made and who invented it?

Hardly a modern invention, the electric car has a long history. Interest has boomeranged over the years based on consumer trends and economics. Read More

This Electric SUV Costs Under $20,000 But You Have to Rent the Battery

The company retains ownership of the battery throughout the nine-year period and handles all maintenance related to it. If the battery’s state of health drops below 70 percent, Perodua will replace it ... Read More

Switching to an electric car? Here's how long it takes to charge an electric vehicle

Electric vehicle charging speed depends on a number of factors, including the type of car and the level of charger used. Here's what to expect. Read More

Which cars qualify for the Electric Car Grant? Full ECG car list with our best (and worst) picks

More than 40 electric cars are now eligible for a Government-funded discount. Which should you go for from the ever-growing list? Read More

The Electric Door Tesla Made Famous Is Now a Danger in Other Cars

Federal regulators have received 210 door complaints concerning Tesla in the last 10 years, according to Bloomberg’s analysis, and 310 electric-door complaints involving other automakers. Many drivers ... Read More

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The all-electric Volvo C40 Recharge and XC40 Recharge are getting new powertrains and increased range for the 2024 model year. Ford is reopening order banks and increasing production of its 2023 ... Read More

New electric car grant worth up to £3,750 expanded and extended until 2030 – how does it work?

Four new electric cars will become cheaper after the UK’s electric car grant was expanded. Here’s how the grant works and who can get it. Read More

Should I buy a used electric car?

Should I buy a used electric car? The market for new electric vehicles has softened in the past year and likely will remain weak for a while as EV makers and their customers adjust to the dramatic ... Read More

Electric Car Grant expanded 4 new models added making 40 with up to £3,750 off - full list

As of today (3 December 2025), the top band of the Electric Car Grant (ECG) has been expanded again, allowing drivers to save £3,750 on four more electric vehicles (EVs): ... Read More

EV prices continue to drop as Renault and Alpine models are boosted by £3,750 Electric Car Grant

New Renault 5, Renault 4 and Alpine A290 models qualify for the top-tier Government Electric Car Grant, thanks to locally sourced French batteries and enhanced specifications. Read More

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Take a look at how the Latch system and each car seat scored in our Car Seat Check of the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV. The federal tax credit is done, but there may still be state and local incentives ... Read More