AUTHOR

Richard Ingram

Richard is editor of DrivingElectric, as well as sister site Carbuyer.co.uk, and a regular contributer to Auto Express. An electric and hybrid car advocate, he spent more than five years working on the news and reviews desk at Auto Express and has driven almost every new car currently on sale.

email: richard_ingram@autovia.co.uk

Kia EV6 review
Kia EV6
In-depth reviews

Kia EV6 review

The first of the new breed of pure-electric cars from Kia impresses, offering sportier looks and handling than its Hyundai Ioniq 5 cousin
24 Mar 2023
Driver Power 2023: Tell us about your electric or hybrid car ownership experience
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Driver Power 2023: Tell us about your electric or hybrid car ownership experience

The UK's biggest car ownership survey is back and we want to hear what it's like to drive and electric or hybrid car
23 Mar 2023
New Ford Explorer electric SUV revealed in full
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New Ford Explorer electric SUV revealed in full

Ford’s new electric crossover boasts a range of more than 300 miles and will be built on the same platform as the Volkswagen ID.4 SUV
21 Mar 2023
Polestar 2 review
Polestar 2 exterior driving
In-depth reviews

Polestar 2 review

With the addition of two single-motor variants, Polestar's Tesla Model 3 rival is more affordable, but still strikes a great balance between practical…
21 Mar 2023
Top 5 best electric sports cars 2023
Best electric sports cars
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Top 5 best electric sports cars 2023

You needn’t pick a petrol car if you want maximum driver thrills; the market for electric sports cars is hotting up
20 Mar 2023
Complete guide to the InstaVolt charging network
InstaVolt
Your questions answered

Complete guide to the InstaVolt charging network

Need to charge up your electric car on the InstaVolt charging network? Here’s how it works
17 Mar 2023
New Mercedes EQG: electric 4x4 on the way
Mercedes EQG prototype
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New Mercedes EQG: electric 4x4 on the way

The forthcoming electric EQG uses one motor for each wheel and is expected to retain the G-Class’ off-road credentials
15 Mar 2023
Vauxhall Corsa Electric review
Vauxhall Corsa-e Anniversary Edition
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Vauxhall Corsa Electric review

The evergreen Vauxhall Corsa is available with an electric powertrain, but you’ll pay a big premium over the equivalent petrol version
10 Mar 2023
Driver Power: The best electric and hybrid cars to own
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Driver Power: The best electric and hybrid cars to own

DrivingElectric’s very own customer satisfaction survey ranks the very best EVs and hybrid cars, as voted by you
10 Mar 2023
MINI Electric review
MINI Electric
In-depth reviews

MINI Electric review

The MINI Electric is a fun, fast and chic small electric car, but its relatively modest driving range may put some buyers off
9 Mar 2023
Electric MINI Aceman crossover arriving in 2024
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Electric MINI Aceman crossover arriving in 2024

The new MINI Aceman electric crossover will share underpinnings with the next-generation MINI Cooper hatchback
7 Mar 2023
Electric car sales UK 2023: EVs account for 16.5% of new car sales in February
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Electric car sales UK 2023: EVs account for 16.5% of new car sales in February

After record sales for EVs in 2022, electric car market share grew compared with the same period last year
6 Mar 2023
Mercedes EQA review
Mercedes EQA 250 AMG Line
In-depth reviews

Mercedes EQA review

Based on the combustion-engined GLA, Mercedes' premium compact electric SUV offers up to 324 miles of range and strong refinement
3 Mar 2023
Top 10 best used hybrid cars 2023
Top 10 best used hybrid cars
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Top 10 best used hybrid cars 2023

Our list of the very best used hybrid cars will help you to find an affordable and efficient car that's right for you
1 Mar 2023
New Volkswagen ID.3 shows its face
Updated Volkswagen ID.3 front end
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New Volkswagen ID.3 shows its face

Volkswagen’s electric family hatchback gets refreshed styling and new technology
28 Feb 2023
What is a CCS charger?
CCS charging
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What is a CCS charger?

We explain what a CCS electric-car rapid charger is, where to find one, and how to use them
21 Feb 2023
Citroen e-C4 review
Citroen e-C4
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Citroen e-C4 review

Citroen's first proper go at an electric family car is a successful one, offering good all-round ability with a unique character
17 Feb 2023
Mercedes EQS review
Mercedes EQS 450+
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Mercedes EQS review

Mercedes' electric flagship doesn't disappoint when it comes to interior quality or on-board technology, although ride comfort can't quite match that …
16 Feb 2023
MINI Electric Convertible prototype review
MINI Electric Convertible prototype
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MINI Electric Convertible prototype review

Prototype MINI Electric provides glimpse of limited-run Cooper SE Convertible going on sale in April
15 Feb 2023
Skoda Enyaq iV review
Skoda Enyaq iV UK drive exterior
In-depth reviews

Skoda Enyaq iV review

Skoda's first bespoke electric car very nearly has it all – space, technology and a solid 300-mile range. It represents decent value for money, too
7 Feb 2023
Complete guide to the BP Pulse (formerly Polar Plus) charging network
BP Pulse
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Complete guide to the BP Pulse (formerly Polar Plus) charging network

Here's how to charge your electric or plug-in hybrid car on the BP Pulse public charging network (which was formerly known as Polar Plus)
2 Feb 2023
MG ZS EV review
New 2022 MG ZS EV
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MG ZS EV review

The MG ZS EV is a well equipped and practical small electric family car, with the new Long Range version offering impressive range at an affordable pr…
2 Feb 2023
Porsche Taycan review
Porsche Taycan
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Porsche Taycan review

With a long range, savage performance and arguably the best handling of any four-door coupe – electric or otherwise – the Porsche Taycan is a landmark…
31 Jan 2023
Mercedes EQC review
Mercedes EQC
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Mercedes EQC review

A decent all-round premium electric SUV, the Mercedes EQC has become overshadowed by more up-to-date arrivals in the class
26 Jan 2023
Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback review
Audi SQ8 e-tron Sportback
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Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback review

Is the less practical but more stylish Sportback coupe variant of Audi's Q8 e-tron electric SUV worth the higher asking price?
26 Jan 2023
BMW i7 review
BMW i7 UK driving exterior
In-depth reviews

BMW i7 review

Taking a different approach to its Mercedes arch rival, BMW hits the nail on the head with the first electric 7 Series
25 Jan 2023
Complete guide to the Fastned electric-car charging network in the UK
Volvo C40 at Fastned charger
Your questions answered

Complete guide to the Fastned electric-car charging network in the UK

Dutch company Fastned has a handful of charging hubs in England, and an extensive network on the continent
25 Jan 2023
Volkswagen ID.3 review
Volkswagen ID.3 driving front
In-depth reviews

Volkswagen ID.3 review

The Volkswagen ID.3 hatchback isn’t without its faults, but it’s a solid electric family car that’ll take most things in its stride
20 Jan 2023
Best electric-car deals UK 2023
Renault Zoe front static
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Best electric-car deals UK 2023

Looking to buy a new electric car using Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) finance? Here are the best deals on offer from electric-car manufacturers rig…
20 Jan 2023
Complete guide to the Ubitricity charging network
Ubitricity
Your questions answered

Complete guide to the Ubitricity charging network

Here's how to use the Shell-owned Ubitricity network, which offers convenient on-street charging through lamp-posts and bollards
19 Jan 2023
Skoda Vision 7S: electric seven-seater with over 370-mile range
Skoda Vision 7S concept
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Skoda Vision 7S: electric seven-seater with over 370-mile range

The electric seven-seat SUV is one of three EVs Skoda plans to launch by 2026, including an entry-level EV and compact SUV
18 Jan 2023
Complete guide to the Shell Recharge charging network
Shell Fulham charging hub
Your questions answered

Complete guide to the Shell Recharge charging network

Need to charge your electric car on the Shell Recharge charging network? Here’s how it works
18 Jan 2023
DS 3 E-Tense review
2023 DS 3 E-Tense
In-depth reviews

DS 3 E-Tense review

The DS 3 E-Tense is a quirky and refined electric SUV, but longer range and new tech don’t put it to the front of the pack
13 Jan 2023
Hyundai Kona Electric review
Hyundai Kona Electric
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Hyundai Kona Electric review

The Hyundai Kona Electric boasts smart looks, reasonable pricing and – crucially – a range that meets or beats that offered by many rivals
12 Jan 2023
Ora Funky Cat review
GWM ORA Funky Cat
In-depth reviews

Ora Funky Cat review

This curiously named hatchback is a fantastic small EV and an interesting alternative to Volkswagen's ID.3
11 Jan 2023
Top 10 best luxury electric cars 2023
Best luxury electric cars 2022
Best cars

Top 10 best luxury electric cars 2023

From Mercedes to MINI, here are our top picks of the most luxurious zero-emissions motoring options on the market right now...
10 Jan 2023