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Do electric cars cost more to insure?

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Although an EV should be cheaper to run than a petrol or diesel car, you’re likely to pay more for insurance. We explain why.
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Is servicing and maintenance cheaper on an electric car?

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They might be more expensive to buy, but an electric vehicle should be cheaper to run – and that includes the cost of servicing.
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What is the granny cable for charging an electric car?

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A ‘granny cable’ should be supplied with your new electric car. But what does the term mean and what does this cable do?
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EV gears explained: are all electric cars automatic?

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Does an electric car have a gearbox? And is every EV automatic? Motoring Electric's quick guide answers all your questions.
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Can you tow a trailer or caravan with an electric car?

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An increasing number of electric cars are able to tow a trailer or caravan. Here’s a brief guide to what you need to know.
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Charging an EV: should you install a three-phase electricity supply?

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What is the difference between a single-phase and three-phase electricity supply? And what does this mean for charging an EV at home?
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What are the differences between a hybrid and an electric car?

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Do you understand the differences between a hybrid, a plug-in hybrid and an electric car? We explain how these vehicles work.
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EV v diesel: Would an electric van work for your business?

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Thinking about switching to an electric van? Our guide details some of the pros and cons for your business and budget.
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Can you jump-start an electric car?

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As well as a large lithium-ion battery for driving the wheels, an EV also features a traditional 12-volt battery. Can it be jump-started?
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How much road tax will I pay for an electric car?

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

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

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

From slow to ultra-rapid: electric car charging speeds explained

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Want to understand the practical differences between slow, fast, rapid and ultra-rapid charging for electric cars? Our guide explains all.

Which electric car charging networks operate in the UK?

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We run through a list of the major electric car charging networks in the UK, including Polar, Pod Point, Charge Your Car, Ecotricity, Tesla and Ionity.

How to get the maximum range from your electric car

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

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