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Learn how an electric vehicle MOT differs from a petrol or diesel MOT. Plus a range of tips on keeping your EV maintained and in top condition to pass its MOT.
When something goes wrong when you are out in an Electric car, an EV breakdown doesn’t always follow the same pattern as a petrol or diesel car. While the idea of roadside assistance is the same, electric vehicles introduce different systems, safety considerations and recovery requirements that UK drivers need … Read more
For a long time, buying a used electric car felt like a gamble. Battery health was poorly understood, model choice was limited, and depreciation patterns were all over the place. In 2026, that has improved but it hasn’t disappeared. Used EVs are now far more common, more affordable, and easier … Read more
What is Immersion Cooling? As the name suggests, immersion cooling involves submerging an object (like an EV battery!) into a cooling fluid. While this concept may seem simple, it’s incredibly effective. Usually, heat is dissipated through air or a heat sink, but immersion cooling means that this heat goes into … Read more
EV Battery Testing The health of an EV battery is something you’ll want to keep an eye on and test – whether its your own car or you are thinking of buying a new onw. That’s because the high-voltage battery pack is not only responsible for powering the car, but … Read more
Electric Car owners want to stand out from the crowd and find ways to personalize their rides. You can make your EV look better and show off a bit of your original style and character. Here are the top five ways to customize your EV, starting with the ever-popular private … Read more
How long a Tesla battery lasts is an important consideration for Tesla owners and potential owners alike. Tesla has set high standards for battery performance and offers a robust warranty to support the life of its batteries in the UK. This article explores the durability of Tesla batteries, a cornerstone … Read more
Emergency EV battery power banks are a lifeline as backup chargers for EV owners in emergencies, either on a long drive or where they can’t plug in a traditional EV granny charger. As more drivers in the UK shift to electric cars, the need for reliable backup battery options is … Read more
Are electric cars automatic? At first glance, it might seem like a simple yes, but the full answer requires a look at the engineering behind electric cars. This article examines the transmission of electric cars, in order to understand how they are considered automatic and not manual, how they work, … Read more
Since the 1800’s oil has been used to power cars in the UK. From the earliest cars like the Benz Motor Car to the modern ICE cars we see on our roads, they all rely on oil. But the use of oil hasn’t come without a cost: the severe environmental … Read more
Are EVs cheaper to run? Yes, according to our calculations, electric cars cost around £14 less to run over 100 miles than Petrol cars. Are Electric Cars Cheaper to Run? Electric cars are currently cheaper to run in the UK compared to traditional petrol and diesel vehicles, especially when using … Read more
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