Almost half of electric vehicle (EV) drivers could be missing out on cheaper off-peak electricity costs at home while inflation reaches a new 30 year-high, a survey by Smart Home Charge, the UK’s leading home charging retailer and installer has revealed.
The results show that 88 per cent of those polled own an EV, with 46 per cent of all respondents confirming they are using a standard electricity rate for their home charging needs rather than a cheaper off-peak rate.
Nick McClellan, managing director at RAM Tracking, says the Sping Statement offered some relief for SMEs with typical fleets of seven vehicles.
“The cut in fuel duties by 5p per litre announced in today’s spring statement is welcome news and could amount to saving of around £87 per vehicle per year or over £600 per year,” he added.
Stellantis N.V. and LG Energy Solution will establish the first large scale, domestic, electric vehicle battery manufacturing facility in Canada.
The joint venture company will produce leading edge lithium-ion battery cells and modules to meet a significant portion of Stellantis’ vehicle production requirements in North America.
Volvo and Renault have the best websites for shopping, according to analysts at Affise.
It studied the motor manufacturers and third place was taken by Volvo parent Geely.