Faster charging speeds are essential for the wider fleet adoption of electric vans in the future, says the Association of Fleet Professionals. Currently, models available from major manufacturers are rated from around 50-125kWh, meaning that even the best will take around 40 minutes to charge from 10-80% in ideal circumstances, and are usually slower in … [Read more...]
Getting the most out of your EV
Electric vehicles are increasingly becoming a common sight on our roads, offering not only a greener alternative to traditional petrol or diesel vehicles but also a smoother, quieter driving experience. However, for many people considering an EV, questions about how quickly these vehicles charge, potentially from blisteringly fast to frustratingly slow, can … [Read more...]
Wales in slow lane providing fast chargers
Wales is in the slow lane when it comes to providing fast chargers for motorists. Experts at one of the UK’s leading car dealership Beck Evans analysed the number of rapid chargers across every local authority in the UK per 100,000 residents. The results were ranked from the highest to the lowest ratio. Wales even trailed behind the Orkneys in the number … [Read more...]
Public EV charging costs rise 42%
The cost to charge an electric car on a pay-as-you-go basis at a publicly accessible ‘rapid’ charger has increased by 42% – or 18.75p per kilowatt hour – since May to reach an average of 63.29p per kilowatt hour, new data from RAC Charge Watch indicates. The increase – caused by the soaring costs of wholesale gas and electricity – means that it now costs … [Read more...]
First drive: Mazda MX-30
Making its move into the electric generation of modern cars, the Mazda MX-30 lands squarely in the middle-ground of the market. Based on the stable-mate CX-30 crossover costing about £2,500 less, the MX-30’s 35.5kWh lithium-ion traction battery has added weight to the platform. Mazda has kept this as low as possible and not utilised a heavier battery as … [Read more...]
Bumpy road to low carbon future, say experts
The UK Government’s drive towards electric cars and a low carbon future faces a bumpy journey, say experts. Car-makers said they are committed to them and invested billions but the challenge of the next nine years is “immense”, according to Mike Hawes, SMMT chief executive. "We are pleased, therefore, to see Government accept the importance of hybrid … [Read more...]
Tolled roads warning from motoring bodies
British motorists are likely to be facing a new national tolled roads system. The scheme is being put forward again to offset losses from falling fuel duties and taxes, which accelerated during the lockdowns. They left a £40 Billion hole in Government finances and this week it's expected and reported by national media that the tolled roads system will be … [Read more...]
