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George Armitage

Hello there, I’m George Armitage and I have the honour of being the Content Editor here at DrivingElectric, while I also occasionally contribute to the AutoExpress. Before joining the team in 2024, I started my career restoring classic cars before moving into the car sales industry. After writing a few freelance articles in my early career years I then moved on to regularly contributing to a not-so-well-known sports website called Dubsport, growing my hunger for writing about cars!

I’ve been able to see the evolution of electric cars from a range of different perspectives, watching the growth in the quality and capability of EVs and experiencing it first hand with customers in a car sales environment. DrivingElectric’s aim to make EV buying easier is very important to me. The car world is evolving and I love educating people on the benefits that come with electric cars while helping them decide if an EV is right for them.

George Armitage’s expertise and interests

  • Electric cars and hybrid cars
  • News gathering
  • EV charging networks
  • Performance engineering
  • Restoration

George Armitage electric car Q&A
 

What’s the best thing about electric cars?

“I think the best thing about electric cars is the incredible performance and torque you can produce from these motors. The immediate torque and instant acceleration turns even the simplest cars to ones that can make you grin.

Using the example of one of my favourite EVs, the MINI Electric, this car still has all of the handling and fun feel you would expect from a MINI but there’s also that immediate acceleration which made me smile like it was the first time I had driven a classic Mini all those years ago.”
 

What was your first electric car experience?

“My first EV experience was actually on a race track. I was in Majorca for an event and they had lined up all sorts of incredible brands like Aston Martin, McLaren, Jaguar and Audi but at the end of the grid sat a car that really surprised me, the Porsche Taycan Turbo S. I could not believe the amount of power that car had, off the mark not a single other car there could keep up and even round the corners it shifted quickly using the astonishing Porsche powertrain technology. From that day I became addicted to the thrill of instant acceleration. ”

What one piece of advice would you give to electric car buyers?

“I would say not to believe everything you read on social media. There is a lot of false information online about these vehicles. When considering purchasing a car go to credible sources like the manufacturer or a trusted news and reviews source like DrivingElectric. Then, once you find a car you like, go and test drive the car because the EV driving experience is special and you’ll quickly know if it really is the right car for you or not.”

George on social media and e-mail

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New Dacia Spring UK prices announced and no electric car is cheaper

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4 Jun 2024
Can solar panels charge an electric car?
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Can solar panels charge an electric car?

Charging an electric car with solar panels is a great way to save money and reduce your environmental impact from driving – here’s how it works
4 Jun 2024
Selling electricity back to the grid
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Selling electricity back to the grid

Electric cars will sell electricity back to the grid in the future, making them even more cost-effective for owners
29 May 2024
What is regenerative braking?
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What is regenerative braking?

Check out our guide to regen braking or 'B mode'. We explain what it is, how it works and why you musn’t be afraid of it
24 May 2024
New Kia EV3 unveiled: baby SUV packs a punch and a 372-mile range
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New Kia EV3 unveiled: baby SUV packs a punch and a 372-mile range

Kia’s EV family has just got bigger with the addition of the EV3, a car with many similarities to its EV9 big brother
23 May 2024
EV charging app introduces ‘Plunge Pricing’ events to save drivers money.
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EV charging app introduces ‘Plunge Pricing’ events to save drivers money.

Octopus promises to save EV drivers an average of £6.50 per charge during ‘Plunge Pricing’ events for the rest of 2024
20 May 2024
The UK's top 10 fastest charging electric cars
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The UK's top 10 fastest charging electric cars

If you want to get where you’re going quickly, charging speed is as important as range – these are the 10 fastest-charging EVs currently on sale in th…
17 May 2024
What is a mild hybrid (MHEV)?
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What is a mild hybrid (MHEV)?

What is a mild hybrid car – also known as a mild hybrid electric vehicle, or MHEV – and how do they work?
17 May 2024
How much does it cost to charge an electric car?
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How much does it cost to charge an electric car?

It should cost less to run an electric car than a combustion one, but exactly how much does it cost to charge one up?
15 May 2024
New Kia EV6 facelift revealed with a host of updates
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New Kia EV6 facelift revealed with a host of updates

The new EV6 has been revealed with EV9 derived looks, an upgraded battery and updated interior
14 May 2024
What is CHAdeMO charging?
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What is CHAdeMO charging?

CHAdeMO was the original rapid-charging DC standard and allows for quick top-ups in a few Japanese electric cars
13 May 2024
London Congestion Charge exempt cars: do electric cars pay to enter the CCZ?
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London Congestion Charge exempt cars: do electric cars pay to enter the CCZ?

Do electric cars have to pay the London Congestion Charge? We explain the ins and outs of this daily levy for entering London's Congestion Charge Zone…
10 May 2024
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Hybrid vans explained: top models, running costs, pros and cons
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Hybrid vans explained: top models, running costs, pros and cons

Find out if a hybrid van is right for you or your company with our guide to what they are and why you might choose one
9 May 2024
Top 10 best hybrid SUVs and hybrid 4x4s 2024
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Top 10 best hybrid SUVs and hybrid 4x4s 2024

SUVs and 4x4s traditionally used a lot of fuel, but there are now plenty of hybrid options to cut costs. These are the best ones to buy right now
8 May 2024
New Kia EV3 all set for 23 May unveil
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New Kia EV3 all set for 23 May unveil

Kia’s new electric car is due this May and is expected to be a near carbon-copy of the EV3 Concept
7 May 2024
Best home electric car chargers 2023-2024: how to choose the right EV wallbox
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Best home electric car chargers 2023-2024: how to choose the right EV wallbox

If you're buying an electric or plug-in hybrid car and you have a driveway or off-street parking, then you'll want a home EV charger to top up its bat…
3 May 2024
Complete guide to the InstaVolt charging network
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Complete guide to the InstaVolt charging network

Need to charge up your electric car on the InstaVolt charging network? Here’s how it works
2 May 2024
Complete guide to the IONITY rapid-charging network
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Complete guide to the IONITY rapid-charging network

Manufacturer-backed IONITY rapid-charging network is expanding across the UK and Europe – here's all you need to know
2 May 2024
New Renault 5: prices, specs and on sale date
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New Renault 5: prices, specs and on sale date

The electric Renault supermini gets a retro design and 249-mile range, but what more can we expect?
1 May 2024
Vauxhall Corsa Electric price cut makes it cheaper than a petrol Corsa
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Vauxhall Corsa Electric price cut makes it cheaper than a petrol Corsa

Vauxhall is now giving prospective buyers the chance to own a Corsa or Mokka EV for lower monthly payments than the petrol variants
30 Apr 2024
New electric MG Cyberster roadster could be on your driveway this summer for under £55k
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New electric MG Cyberster roadster could be on your driveway this summer for under £55k

The MG Cyberster is finally on sale with up to 501bhp, scissor doors and a £55k starting price
26 Apr 2024
Top 10 best electric SUVs 2024
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Top 10 best electric SUVs 2024

Electric SUVs combine style and practicality with low running costs, making them a very popular choice in the UK. Here are our top 10 favourites to bu…
25 Apr 2024
New MINI Aceman revealed in full: baby SUV aims for style and substance
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New MINI Aceman revealed in full: baby SUV aims for style and substance

Priced from £31,800, the new MINI Aceman is quirky and ready to compete with its rivals
24 Apr 2024
Top 10 best plug-in hybrid cars 2024
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Top 10 best plug-in hybrid cars 2024

Here are our top picks of the best plug-in hybrid motoring options you can buy in the UK right now
24 Apr 2024
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Tesla Supercharger network: complete guide to Tesla charging stations
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Tesla Supercharger network: complete guide to Tesla charging stations

The Tesla Supercharger network is expanding fast, providing rapid charging throughout the UK to Tesla and non-Tesla owners
22 Apr 2024
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What is torque? Definition, equations and units explained

You'll often see reference to a car's 'torque' figure, but what is this exactly and what does it mean? We explain
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Top 10 best small electric cars 2024
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Top 10 best small electric cars 2024

Small electric cars make a lot of sense for commuting, city life and slashing your running costs. Here, we pick out the best ones to buy in the UK rig…
15 Apr 2024
Electric car charging points near me: UK map and network guide
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Electric car charging points near me: UK map and network guide

Use our simple guide to find your nearest electric-car charging points for topping up electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles while out and about
12 Apr 2024
Complete guide to the ChargePlace Scotland charging network
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Complete guide to the ChargePlace Scotland charging network

Searching for EV charging points in Scotland? Everything you need to know about the ChargePlace Scotland network
10 Apr 2024
What is a self-charging hybrid?
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The term 'self-charging hybrid' appears often in the advertising and marketing of car manufacturers, but what exactly does it mean? Here, we outline t…
10 Apr 2024
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Fisker Ocean subject to massive £15k price cut, but there’s a big catch

Fisker offers up to £15,000 off, but there’s ambiguity around future aftersales support and warranty provision amid financial struggles and investment…
9 Apr 2024
New Vauxhall Frontera Electric is a budget-friendly small SUV with a rugged look and a family focus
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The new Frontera Electric gives the UK market a new affordable small SUV option with features designed for the family
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Our guide to charging your electric car without shelling out
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New Vauxhall Mokka Electric Griffin model delivers £7,000 price cut
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New Vauxhall Mokka Electric Griffin model delivers £7,000 price cut

The Vauxhall Mokka Electric drops under the £30,000 price barrier with the new Griffin trim level
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Honda e:Ny1 prices slashed by £5,000
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Honda e:Ny1 prices slashed by £5,000

Honda has announced a major shift in its pricing and retail approach for the e:Ny1 electric SUV.
2 Apr 2024
New Genesis Neolun concept paves the way for the GV90 SUV
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New Genesis Neolun concept paves the way for the GV90 SUV

With a host of new technology, the Neolun is the brands first step towards a full-size electric SUV.
27 Mar 2024
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