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
2023 Ford Explorer - front 1
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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
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
2024 MINI Aceman - camouflaged 1
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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
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
What is a CCS charger?
CCS charging
Your questions answered

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
Mercedes EQS review
Mercedes EQS 450+
In-depth reviews

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
Skoda Enyaq iV review
Skoda Enyaq iV UK drive exterior
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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
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
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
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
Hyundai Kona Electric review
Hyundai Kona Electric
In-depth reviews

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
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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
Fiat 500 electric review
Fiat 500 electric
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Fiat 500 electric review

The iconic Fiat 500 city car has gone electric-only in its latest incarnation – and it's better than its petrol predecessor in every way
6 Jan 2023
Mercedes to take on Tesla with new supercharger network
Mercedes rapid charger
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Mercedes to take on Tesla with new supercharger network

German manufacturer aims to install 10,000 high-power chargers globally, with the network open to all makes and models
5 Jan 2023
Electric car battery swap: NIO network explained
NIO Battery Swap
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Electric car battery swap: NIO network explained

NIO already has an established battery-swap network in China, but it's coming to the UK in 2023...
30 Dec 2022
New AEHRA luxury SUV gets huge infotainment screen
AEHRA luxury electric SUV
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New AEHRA luxury SUV gets huge infotainment screen

AEHRA plans to “rewrite the automotive design rulebook” with gullwing doors and full-width infotainment screen
21 Dec 2022
AEHRA luxury electric SUV official pictures
AEHRA luxury electric SUV
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AEHRA luxury electric SUV official pictures

AEHRA luxury electric SUV official pictures
21 Dec 2022
New Lexus RZ 450e electric SUV prices revealed
Lexus RZ 450e
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New Lexus RZ 450e electric SUV prices revealed

The all-new RZ SUV costs from £62,600; brand’s first bespoke electric car arrives with range of up to 271 miles
21 Dec 2022
Audi A6 e-tron electric car: BMW i5 rival on the way
Audi A6 e-tron spy picture front three-quarter snow
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Audi A6 e-tron electric car: BMW i5 rival on the way

Audi has been testing the production version of the upcoming A6 e-tron executive car, ahead of its launch in 2023
20 Dec 2022
New Citroen e-C4 X: fastback version of e-C4 electric on sale now
Citroen e-C4 X
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New Citroen e-C4 X: fastback version of e-C4 electric on sale now

Unique crossover model gets same tech as standard Citroen e-C4, but that extra space commands a small premium
19 Dec 2022
Vauxhall Mokka Electric review
Vauxhall Mokka-e
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Vauxhall Mokka Electric review

A strong contender in the increasingly crowded small electric SUV class, the Vauxhall Mokka Electric looks great and boasts a 209-mile range
14 Dec 2022
Will an electric car work in the winter?
Winter driving
Your questions answered

Will an electric car work in the winter?

Worried about a cold snap immobilising your electric car? Here, we explain how cold weather affects electric vehicles
12 Dec 2022