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Public Charging Standards: What UK Law Requires for Reliability and Maintenance

Public Charging Standards: What UK Law Requires for Reliability and Maintenance

The UK’s public EV charging landscape is rapidly expanding. According to the government’s EV Infrastructure Strategy, the country needs around 300,000 public charging points by 2030—a massive increase from the approximately 75000 public charging points available at the end of

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Green Vehicle Technology: The EV Revolution

Green Vehicle Technology: The EV Revolution

The automotive industry is experiencing a revolution driven by battery electric vehicle (BEV) technology. This transformation represents the biggest change in transport since the invention of the internal combustion engine, with electric vehicles leading the charge towards sustainable mobility. Electric

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Modified Self-Driving Cars: What UK Law Says About Software Changes

When it comes to self-driving cars, making changes to the vehicle’s software isn’t like downloading a new app on your phone—it’s a serious matter with significant legal implications. The UK’s Automated and Electric Vehicles Act 2018 sets out clear rules

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Electric Vehicle Considerations: A Driver’s Guide to Making the Switch in the UK

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Electric vehicle (EV) consideration is growing significantly in the UK, with new registrations increasing by over 50% in 2023 compared to 2022. As more drivers explore the benefits of electric vehicles, understanding the key considerations becomes crucial for making an

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What happens when an electric car (EV) catches fire?

High-profile EV fires excite the naysayers who forget that internal combustion engine vehicles are up to 20 times more likely to catch fire. Electric car fires can pose challenges for firefighters and can be more difficult to extinguish compared to

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How do you find an EV charging point?

There are several ways to find electric vehicle charging points in the UK: Use an EV charging app: There are several smartphone apps available, such as Zap-Map and PlugShare, which show the locations of charging points and provide real-time information

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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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