What do I need to know when driving from UK to mainland Europe in an EV?

What should drivers be aware of travellng from the UK to destinations in mainland Europe in an EV? I have friends who have driven distances of several hundred miles to Spain, France (made that journey...

How many EV charging stations are there In France?

I am considering buying a full electric car after my good experience with a PHEV. However I will be touring in France next summer. Is France well provided with public electric charging points around the...

Why is my home electric car charging being delayed?

I have had an EV now for two and a half years and it's great. Until recently I have had no problem charging it from my home 7.2KW AC wallbox. A few weeks ago however, every time I plugged my car in, I...

What are the EV charging facilities like in France?

I am considering buying a plug-in hybrid before the end of the year. My concern is that I am planning a driving holiday in France next year, is there sufficient support for recharging in France during...

Can I check if an electric vehicle charging point is available?

If I owned an electric car, how would I know whether a particular charging point was available before I set off? This is very important because I would be using up my existing charge on a wild goose chase...

Where can I charge my electric car?

I have a Kia e-Niro. I live in the west of Scotland and have friends and family in Warwickshire and Derbyshire, so will need to recharge the battery when I visit them. How can I find a service station...

How can I find public electric car charge points?

I am looking to buy a Kia e-Niro 3. I live in the West of Scotland, near Paisley. I live in an apartment building so cannot have a home charger. How can I find all public charge points locally and beyond?

What EV charging networks should I sign up to?

We’ve just taken delivery of the new Honda e. We have a home charger which gives us the range we need in London, but I need to think about charging it when out and about in the south east and further afield....

When will the UK have a standardised EV charging system?

When are we going to standardise the confusing muddle of charging EVs? When you go to a point you don't know whether you have to belong to a net, need an app on your phone or a card, the cost and whether...

Is an EV a viable choice for driving through France?

I'm thinking of buying an electric car but I drive a lot in France. What is the situation with charging points and fees please?