Gavin Braithwaite-Smith

Should I convert my classic car to electric power?

Swapping a classic car's engine for batteries and an electric motor is controversial. We look at the pros and cons…

8 months ago

Can I use a Tesla Supercharger to charge my non-Tesla electric car?

Tesla has opened up parts of its Supercharger network to drivers of other electric cars. We explain how to take…

9 months ago

Can I charge my electric car using a three-pin plug?

You can charge an electric car using a domestic plug socket, but a wallbox charger is definitely better for home…

9 months ago

Do electric cars have to make a sound?

New electric and hybrid cars must be fitted with an Acoustic Vehicle Alert System (AVAS) to improve road safety. We…

9 months ago

How cheaply can I buy a used electric car?

Cheap second-hand electric cars cost from around £5,000, but you should think twice before buying one. We detail the pros…

10 months ago

How much road tax will I pay for an electric car?

We explain the road tax (VED) rates for electric cars – including the changes being introduced from April 2025.

10 months ago

Why do some electric cars have heat pumps?

A heat pump can make your electric car more efficient and increase its range. We explain the technology and how…

10 months ago

How to get the maximum range from your electric car

These easy-to-follow tips will help your electric car to travel further between battery charges – and save you money in…

10 months ago

Glossary

The Motoring Electric glossary runs from AC to ZEV. It shoud help you to understand the acronyms, abbreviations and terminology…

10 months ago

EV MPG: what is miles per kWh for electric cars?

A miles per kWh figure is used to calculate efficiency for electric cars – and knowing it could save you…

11 months ago

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