Consumer

Volvo EX30 owners refunded over software issues

Issues range from screens going black and steering-wheel buttons not responding to cars not charging

1 July 2024
Volvo EX30 owners refunded over software issues
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Fisker recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, meaning it will sell off its assets
Advice

Bargain or burden? The truth about buying a Fisker Ocean

Huge discounts make this electric SUV a tantalising deal, but there is a big risk in buying from a failed start-up

28 June 2024
Bargain or burden? The truth about buying a Fisker Ocean
Consumer

What is E10 fuel and can I use it in my car?

Since September 2021, British fuel retailers have had to adopt a new petrol formula to reduce emissions

24 June 2024
What is E10 fuel and can I use it in my car?
Consumer

All you need to know about London’s ULEZ

The Ultra Low Emissions Zone has become a key issue in the upcoming election – here's the full story

24 June 2024
All you need to know about London’s ULEZ
Hyundai learner
The most expensive area is London, where 18- to 24-year-olds pay an average of £2811
Consumer

Young people driving uninsured amid sky-high premiums

118% increase in uninsured young drivers since 2021 is blamed on premiums increasing by up to 77%

6 June 2024
Young people driving uninsured amid sky-high premiums
Consumer

How salary sacrifice can save you money on your new electric car

The company scheme reduces monthly EV lease costs for employees. We show you how

3 June 2024
How salary sacrifice can save you money on your new electric car
Consumer

How much does it cost to insure an electric car?

What does cost to insure an EV and how can you get those premiums down? Our guide explains all

3 June 2024
How much does it cost to insure an electric car?
Electric car chargers
Many Instavolt chargers have had their cables stolen, with Gridserve also a victim
Consumer

Electric car chargers out of action as thieves cut cables

Cables taken for precious metals across UK; Instavolt has suffered 174 thefts from 27 sites

24 May 2024
Electric car chargers out of action as thieves cut cables
Peugeot 208 ICE Peugeot 208 EV
EVs will make up 6% of used car parc by 2027, petrols 62%
Consumer

Prices of used electric cars approach ICE equivalents

The average two- to four-year-old EV is now worth £16k, while the equivalent diesel is £18k

23 May 2024
Prices of used electric cars approach ICE equivalents
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Smart launched the #1 electric crossover in the UK last year
Consumer

Smart #1 recall expected as dangerous seatbelt fault found

Finnish testers conclude "it is not safe to carry three passengers in the back of the Smart”

17 May 2024
Smart #1 recall expected as dangerous seatbelt fault found

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