The Nissan Leaf is one of the original EVs brought to market and was the first EV to reach a second generation. As a more affordable electric option for drivers, it has also proven to be very popular. There are two models, the 40kWh and the 60kWh, that have a real-world range of 160 miles […]
Recently many big oil companies have branched out into the renewable sector in what seems like an attempt to move with the times. In July this year, Royal Dutch Shell secured a deal to build a wind farm off the coast of the Netherlands. Just a few months before that, France’s Total made several large […]
Whether you already own or are thinking of purchasing your BMW i3, you may have several questions about how to get the best out of your new vehicle. This guide aims to provide you with all the information you need to use the i3 efficiently, solve any issues that may occur and, most importantly, enjoy […]
Fleet vehicles account for up to 55% of vehicle sales and leases in the UK. Given this large market share, it is crucial factor in the movement towards electric travel. Often, the rate of adoption of electric vehicles relies most heavily on fleet transformation. In order to engage with the fleet management market, one must […]
Battery capacity Cost to charge per mile Range Home charge time Rapid charge time 75kWh 3.8-3.9p 280 miles 11 to 21 hours 20 to 60 mins How long does it take to charge a Tesla Model 3? The following table shows the average time taken to charge a Tesla Model 3 based on output by a variety […]
The demand for UK leased company EVs doubled in first six months of 2020 after the latest tax incentive was introduced, according to research by Octopus Electric Vehicles. This specific growth has fuelled a total increase in EV registrations of 157% so far this year. The workplace salary sacrifice scheme allows employees to pay the […]
Battery capacity Cost to charge per mile Range Home charge time Rapid charge time 90kWh 5.4-5.6p 230 miles 13 to 25 hours 40 to 70 mins How long does it take to charge a Jaguar I-Pace? The following table shows the average time taken to charge an I-Pace based on output by a variety of charger types. […]
The Hummer brand, known for its association with the US army, stretch limos and awful fuel efficiency, has been resurrected by owner General Motors as a sub-brand to GMC, their new range of electric vehicles. The new GMC Hummer EV promises “unprecedented off-road capability and extraordinary on-road performance”. It is believed that this latest model […]
There are many charging solutions for electric cars to fit a variety of scenarios and lifestyles. By far the most common option is at-home charging with around 60% of EV drivers using this solution. However, this often requires the installation of a home charger and the use of off-street parking. This may not be an […]
Range anxiety As we have discussed before, ‘range anxiety’ is one of the most common barriers for adoption of electric vehicles. EVs do not currently have the technology to travel as far on a single charge as traditionally fuelled alternatives can travel on a full tank. As such, naturally, many consumers are concerned that they will run out […]