Gavin Braithwaite-Smith

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.

6 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…

6 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…

6 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…

6 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…

6 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…

6 months ago

Are the batteries in electric cars recyclable?

An electric vehicle battery can be recycled, but many are given a second life when they are no longer suitable…

7 months ago

How do I charge an electric car using solar panels?

Harvesting solar energy is a cost-effective and green way to charge your electric car. We explain how it works.

8 months ago

How can regenerative braking improve your electric car’s range?

Regenerative braking recovers the energy lost when slowing down, using it to recharge an electric car's batteries. Here is how…

8 months ago

Electric cars: Why charging capacity doesn’t tell the whole story

We explain the difference between electric car charging capacity and charging speed – and how each can impact the time…

8 months ago

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