Motoring Electric

Sundae driver: meet the world’s first solar-powered ice cream van

The Styles Solar Van is the first solar- and battery-powered ice cream van. The eco-friendly vehicle will debut at the Ice Cream and Artisan Food Show.

Electric cars: Is ‘charge anxiety’ the new range anxiety?

As worries about the driving range of electric cars diminish, attention may turn to the often-confusing process of charging EVs.

Audi ‘consolidates‘ car charging with E-Tron Charging Service card

Audi has launched a new E-Tron Charging Service for owners of plug-in models. The service will allow drivers to plug and pay at a variety of charge points.

Nissan partners with Uber to electrify London fleet

Nissan have signed a deal for up to 2,000 Leafs to be made available for Uber drivers in London, as part of Uber's EV-only London plan for 2025

Electric Hyundai Kona EV achieves altitude world record

The Hyundai Kona EV now has Guinness world record to its name. It achieved the highest altitude ever reached by an electric car.

Electric car chargers are being attacked by rats

Green energy company Ecotricity has encountered a very Victorian problem: rats have been chewing its electric car chargers.

Government ‘to consult’ on pulling forward 2040 petrol and diesel car ban

Consultation to bring forward the ambitious 2040 target banning new petrol and diesel car sales may soon begin, suggests a government Minister

How far do the most popular electric cars REALLY go on a charge?

The real-world range of popular electric cars has been tested in... the real world, including range and what happens when they 'die'

Which UK region has the most electric car charging points?

New research has revealed what regions of the UK are best-placed to deal with the current and near-future population of electric cars in their area

The AA: ‘Scrap VAT on electric cars to boost sales‘

The AA says the electric car market needs a “shock to the system”, in the form of scrapping VAT on EVs as a saving in addition to the £3,500 grant.