Gavin Braithwaite-Smith

How much does charging an electric car cost?

Charging an electric car is almost certainly cheaper than filling up a petrol or diesel car with fuel. Here is…

5 months ago

Do electric cars cost more to insure?

Although an EV should be cheaper to run than a petrol or diesel car, you’re likely to pay more for…

6 months ago

Is servicing and maintenance cheaper on an electric car?

They might be more expensive to buy, but an electric vehicle should be cheaper to run – and that includes…

6 months ago

What is the granny cable for charging an electric car?

A ‘granny cable’ should be supplied with your new electric car. But what does the term mean and what does…

7 months ago

EV gears explained: are all electric cars automatic?

Does an electric car have a gearbox? And is every EV automatic? Motoring Electric's quick guide answers all your questions.

7 months ago

Can you tow a trailer or caravan with an electric car?

An increasing number of electric cars are able to tow a trailer or caravan. Here’s a brief guide to what…

8 months ago

Charging an EV: should you install a three-phase electricity supply?

What is the difference between a single-phase and three-phase electricity supply? And what does this mean for charging an EV…

8 months ago

What are the differences between a hybrid and an electric car?

Do you understand the differences between a hybrid, a plug-in hybrid and an electric car? We explain how these vehicles…

8 months ago

EV v diesel: Would an electric van work for your business?

Thinking about switching to an electric van? Our guide details some of the pros and cons for your business and…

8 months ago

Can you jump-start an electric car?

As well as a large lithium-ion battery for driving the wheels, an EV also features a traditional 12-volt battery. Can…

8 months ago

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