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Can you tow a trailer or caravan with an electric car (EV)?

Electric vehicles deliver instant torque from their electric motors so should, all things being equal, be very capable of towing. Cars are given a towing capacity for unbraked trailers (i.e. those that have no brakes on the trailer wheels) and

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What would happen if diesel supplies stopped?

Security of energy supplies is critically important for a nation. That’s why countries often have to make difficult political decisions when it comes to not offending the wrong country. We saw this with Russia and gas supplies, with many countries

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What is V2X and how will it benefit you as a driver or fleet operator?

Human error is responsible for not far off 100% of vehicle collisions. It’s only the odd mechanical failure and unexpected natural cause (an animal running out in front of you, for example) that doesn’t fit into the category. Self-driving vehicles

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How does cold weather affect an electric vehicle?

With temperatures plummeting, you might find that your electric vehicle struggles for range. Lithium batteries are negatively affected by cold weather. When the temperature drops below freezing, the vehicle will lose 10-20% of its theoretical range. We say theoretical because

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New car or used car: which should you buy?

A new car is going to cost more, but it might still be a better deal in the long run. Here’s what you need to look out for. Advantages of buying a new car Newer cars tend to have better

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How to afford your first car

While cars are, in general, relatively cheaper than ever in terms of performance and safety, it’s still a thousand or two required to get anything reasonable, and then you have to insure it. As a new driver, your insurance could

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What are hydraulic cylinders or rams used for on vehicles such as trucks, cranes and tractors?

Hydraulic cylinders use pressure to provide force that moves parts of a vehicle in one plane, i.e. the cylinder can only move out or in. In the case of a lorry, this could be a tipper bin, sideloader cranes on

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