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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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Are the batteries in electric cars recyclable?

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An electric vehicle battery can be recycled, but many are given a second life when they are no longer suitable for use in a car.
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How do I charge an electric car using solar panels?

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Harvesting solar energy is a cost-effective and green way to charge your electric car. We explain how it works.
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What are the differences between plug-in hybrid and regular hybrid cars?

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Plug-in hybrids cars are more expensive to buy than their 'self-charging' hybrid counterparts. Are they worth the additional cost?

Which electric cars can use Ionity ultra-fast 350kW chargers?

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The Ionity network of 350kW ultra-rapid chargers is the fastest way to recharge your EV. But which cars can take advantage of the technology?

BMW electric cars: Your questions answered

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Here's what you need to know about BMW electric cars, from the iX1 to the i7, including questions about buying, charging and driving.

Hyundai electric cars: Your questions answered

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Here is what you need to know about Hyundai’s growing range of electric cars, including prices, equipment and charging speeds.

How cheaply can I buy a used electric car?

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

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