Charging times can vary based on the type of charger and the vehicle's battery capacity. Here are the typical times:

• Home Charging (3-7 kW): 6-12 hours for a full charge, ideal for overnight charging.
• Fast Charging (7-22 kW): 3-4 hours for a full charge, commonly found in public spaces like car parks and supermarkets.
• Rapid Charging (50 kW and above): 30-60 minutes for an 80% charge, available at many motorway service stations and key locations.

The range of a used EV depends on the model and driving conditions. Most modern EVs offer a range between 150 to 300 miles on a single charge. For example:

• Nissan Leaf: Up to 239 miles.
• Tesla Model 3: Up to 360 miles.
• Hyundai Kona Electric: Up to 300 miles.

Yes, the UK's charging infrastructure is robust and expanding rapidly. There are over 42,000 charging points across the UK, with more being added regularly. Major cities and towns, as well as key motorway routes, are well-covered, ensuring you can find a charging point when needed.

EVs are designed to handle various weather conditions, including cold weather. However, extreme cold can reduce battery efficiency, resulting in a shorter range. To mitigate this, many EVs come with pre-conditioning features, allowing you to warm up the battery and cabin while still plugged in, preserving your range.

Yes, used EVs generally have lower running costs compared to petrol or diesel vehicles. Key savings include:

• Fuel Costs: Electricity is cheaper than petrol or diesel.
• Maintenance: Fewer moving parts mean lower maintenance and repair costs.
• Tax Incentives: EV owners benefit from lower road tax and are often exempt from congestion charges.

EV batteries are predicted to last well over 100,000 miles and closer to 200,000 miles in some cases. Battery capacity will gradually deteriorate over time, but you most likely won’t need to consider a new battery for at least 10 years and maybe even 20.

As of September 2024, the Mercedes-Benz EQS Saloon is the EV with the longest range sold in the UK. It can cover 452 miles on a single charge. The Fisker Ocean Extreme and Polestar 2 also have ranges of over 400 miles, while the Tesla Model S and Tesla Model 3 Long Range will do well over 350 miles.

Charging an EV at home is generally the cheapest option, but the cost will vary depending on your electricity rate, the plug, and the size of your car’s battery. You're probably looking at around £15 to add 200 miles of range to a standard EV. Make sure you switch to an electricity tariff designed for EV drivers if you want to make the most savings.

You’ll have to pay a set per kWh price at most public charging stations, but you might be able to sniff out some free ones. Supermarkets are a good place to look if you fancy some electricity on the house.

Electric vehicle owners are among the lucky few that don’t currently have to pay road tax. Don’t get too carried away though, as that is set to change from April 2025. EV owners will have a reasonable £10 payment for the first year, followed by the standard £190 annual rate after that.