Your ultimate guide to buying and owning an electric car

Best electric cars 2019

With ultra-low running costs and zero emissions, what's not to like about electric cars? These are the best...

The complete guide to charging an electric car

Are you considering an electric or plug-in hybrid car? Here's how and where to charge it

Electric cars vs hybrid cars vs plug-in hybrids

Electric cars, hybrids and plug-in hybrids all have their pros and cons, but which is best for you?

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DS

New DS 3 Crossback E-Tense prototype review

The fully electric DS 3 Crossback E-Tense arrives in the UK later this year, and we’ve tested a prototype model

Lexus

Lexus NX 300h review

The Lexus NX 300h is a sporty-looking hybrid SUV that’s luxurious and comfortable, but loses out to plug-in rivals for efficiency and driving fun

Tesla

Tesla Model X review

The Tesla Model X is a vast SUV with a variety of interior seating layouts, astonishing performance, useful real-world range and a modern character

Tesla

Tesla Model S review

The Tesla Model S was one of the first to make electric cars desirable, but its qualities come at a substantial price

Aston Martin

Driving an electric Aston Martin DB6

Read about – and watch the video of – our drive in Aston Martin's electric conversion of a classic DB6. Is it a travesty, or the way forward for preserving classic cars?

Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes E-Class hybrid review

The latest Mercedes E-Class hybrid is available with petrol or diesel power, and is a comfortable alternative to the sportier BMW 530e

Audi

Audi e-tron review

Audi's first production electric car is a highly impressive rival to the Tesla Model X and Jaguar I-Pace

Kia

Kia Soul EV review

Kia's funkier electric car is even more high-tech, and even better value than more practical e-Niro

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Kia

Kia Habaniro Concept previews next e-Niro

Revealed at the New York Motor Show, the Kia Habaniro previews a new e-Niro due in 2021

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Jaguar I-Pace crowned World Car of the Year 2019

Electric Jaguar I-Pace wins 2019 World Car of the Year award at New York Motor Show

Mercedes-Benz

New Mercedes EQC 2019: specs, price and on-sale date

There’s a whole family of electric Mercedes on the way, and 2019's EQC SUV is the first

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NIO ET Preview concept breaks cover in Shanghai

Concept model previews NIO's forthcoming range of saloon cars

How much is the company-car tax on an electric car?

Electric cars are tax-exempt when bought privately, but if you get one for private use from your employer, you have to pay the company-car tax on it

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Formula E 2018 - 2019 season: calendar, teams and drivers

Your guide to the cars, drivers and schedule of the 2018/19 Formula E season for electric racing cars

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What is CHAdeMO charging?

CHAdeMO is a rapid-charging DC standard, allowing fast charging of the Nissan Leaf, Toyota Prius Plug-in, and many other models

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London ULEZ: what is the London Ultra Low Emission Zone?

The London Ultra Low Emission Zone comes into force on 8 April: find out if your car incurs a charge…

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Complete guide to BP Chargemaster home chargers

Everything you need to know about BP Chargemaster wallbox home chargers

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Volkswagen's electric future

Volkswagen’s ambitions don’t end with today’s models. We reveal the tech that’s coming soon and lift the lid on the forthcoming ID. brand.

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Reimagining the electric Volkswagen

Volkswagen’s electric future is already mapped out. But what would the electric VW of 2030 look like? We met a group of automotive design students to find out

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Design and tech secrets of the Volkswagen e-Golf

Don’t let the e-Golf’s resemblance to a regular Golf fool you – this is a car packed with innovative design and technology. We walk you through the secrets behind the compact EV

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Identifying the Volkswagen I.D.

The first model from the Volkswagen I.D. brand is arriving in 2020. We lift the lid on the new car, the versions that’ll be available and, referencing the concept, the technology we can expect to see.