We road test the distinctive Nissan Ariya mid-sized electric SUV… It’s taken Nissan more than 10 years to follow-up the game-changing Leaf with a brand new EV model. So, is the Ariya as good as it looks? Let’s start by going back to basics. The Ariya (we think it’s pronounced …
Read More »The Best Electric Cars — Ranked
Electric cars are one of the biggest trends today. But while they’ve only started gaining popularity in the last ten years or so, the first electric cars hit the road over a century ago. Electric cars were all the rage between 1890 and 1910 until the much cheaper Model T …
Read More »Volkswagen ID.4 review
Is VW’s new electric car right for your family? We find out… Futuristically designed inside and out, the ID.4 is Volkswagen’s first 100% electric SUV. Winner of the prestigious World Car of the Year 2021 award, this distinctive family-sized EV features a small driver’s digital instrument cluster and a larger …
Read More »EVs dominate European Car of the Year shortlist
The shortlist of seven for Europe’s prestigious Car of the Year 2022 award has been announced – and only one of the vehicles is not pure electric. The final group has been whittled down from 38 eligible candidates. Second-stage voting takes place in the new year, with the winning car …
Read More »Volvo C40 Recharge review
Volvo is doing its bit to save the planet, and it has an ambitious plan for a zero emissions future. By 2025, 50% of its global sales will consist of fully electric cars. By 2030, it aims to sell only EVs before turning “climate neutral” 10 years later. The Swedish …
Read More »Skoda Enyaq iV review
Skoda’s first purpose-built electric vehicle is a revelation. In short, the Enyaq iV is the embodiment of the company’s winning blend of space, comfort, economy and value for money. Closely related to its Volkswagen Group cousin, the ID.4, the Enyaq iV is a big SUV available with either a 62kWh …
Read More »Skoda Enyaq iV transformed into a Popemobile
Pope Francis is being treated to zero emissions travel courtesy of specially converted Skoda Enyaq iV EVs during his visit to Slovakia. The two pure electric SUVs, plus two smaller Karoqs, were adapted according to the Vatican’s wishes. To make it easier to see the Pontiff, clear glass windows in …
Read More »Ford Mustang Mach-E review
The all-new, all-electric Mustang Mach-E is a big deal for Ford. The Blue Oval may be late to the EV party, but this SUV is worth the wait with its combination of style, performance, driver engagement and practicality. Starting at £41,330 and rising to £67,225, the Mach-E is available with …
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