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Most recently answered electric cars questions
Given that many electric cars have fantastic power and performance gains over internal combustion engine vehicles, are insurance prices going up to reflect this?
The more I read the less convinced I am about the supposed environmental benefits of electric cars. Volvo has said that the energy used to create them is far in excess of that for a petrol or diesel...
Will electric cars be able to tow a caravan?
I currently have an Audi A5 but I’d like an electric car next. I don’t want an SUV, but I do need something with at least the same boot capacity as my A5. It needs to fit a wheelchair plus shopping/ suitcases...
How is the Government going to recover the money lost on fuel and road tax? Electric vehicle owners are bound to be hit at some time. I had seen something about payment per mile - how on earth can that...
I have a a VW campervan (diesel) and a Mercedes C-Class C180 (petrol) and I would have expected these to last me for my remaining 10-12 years of driving. I’m looking for options to reduce my carbon footprint...
I currently have a 2014 Skoda Yeti. I bought it mainly because of my wife's arthritis as she couldn't get into my SAAB 9-3 easily. The Yeti is very easy to get in and out of for somebody with painful knees. I've...
What's the best second hand electric car for £30,000?
We're looking for a medium-sized electric car with all-wheel drive and an estate bodystyle (to carry our large dog). Mileage needs are low (typically 50-60 miles per day). The Skoda Enyaq is a bit larger...
I am retired and want to buy a new electric car. But I really can’t afford to pay out £40,000 in one hit. Can you advise me of the other ways to purchase or lease a new car and the risks involved?