How do electric vehicles work?

Electric vehicles are powered purely by rechargeable batteries. They do not rely on petrol or diesel. The batteries control the electric motors which then power the wheels. The battery can then be charged via a wall socket (at home) or dedicated charging point (found at multiple locations).

Are electric cars quiet?

Yes! Almost silent, due to the absence of a gas-powered engine. In fact, some electric cars make an artifical noise, so that they don't go unnoticed by pedestrians.

How fast are electric cars?

At lightning speed! Well, not quite... electric cars don't use a traditional gearbox, so the torque produced by the electric motors can see EVs reach from 0-60mph in under 3 seconds.

How far can an electric car travel?

Most EV's in the market average around 100 miles before they need recharging. However, some of the higher capacity batteries can see cars trael as far as 250 miles between charges.

How long will an electric car last?

Electric cars are just as durable as their petrol or diesel counterparts. In fact, as there are less mechanical parts to go wrong, you may find an EV will last longer than traditional fuel cars. Most EV batteries are warranted for 8 years/100,000 miles.

Are electric cars environmentally friendly?

EVs are environmentally friendly in many ways. They don't emit carbon emissions like traditional fuel cars and they create very little noise pollution.

Are electric cars safe?

Electric cars are as safe to drive as traditional fuel vehicles.

BEV stands for Battery Electric Vehicles. A BEV is all-electric and uses no traditional fuel.

What is the difference between BEV and PHEV?

A PHEV operates by both electric battery and traditional fuel. The car will usually run on electric power until the battery is depleted, then it will switch over to traditional fuel for the remainder of the journey. A BEV is only fueled by the electric battery.

What are the benefits of owning an electric car?

EV's are cheaper to run due to lower running costs, cheaper to maintain due to less mechanical parts and, lower company car tax, government grants, free charging stations and they’re better for the environment.

Are electric cars reliable?

Electric vehicles are naturally more reliable than their traditional fuel counterparts, due to there being less mechanical parts to go wrong. They usually come with an longer warranty, around 8 years or 100,000 miles.

How long do electric batteries last?

Most batteries are under warranty by manufacturers for 8 years/100,000 miles, however there are a number of factors that can affect battery lifespan such as temperature and overcharging.

How often do you have to replace the battery?

This will depend on the manufacturer warranty as well as the usage – on average most batteries will be replaced every 5-8 years. The batteries can then be sent for recycling.

Where can I charge my electric car?

You can charge an electric car at your home or at a public charging station. If you need to find a charging station, you can find them here: https://www.zap-map.com/

How long does an electric car take to charge?

Charging times can depend on both th battery size and the charging point. Slow Charger (up to 3kw), Fast chargers (7-22kw), Rapid chargers (43-120kw), Super chargers (150kw).

Are charging stations free to use?

Some public charging stations are free to use, however the rapid chargers available at service stations and the like are usually chargable. You can subscribe to charging services nationwide for even better value charging. A typical electric car (60kw battery/200 mile range) will cost you around £9 to charge at home, most work places that have installed electric chargers will offer free charging as will public charge points at supermarkets/car parks. Rapid charging points will usually cost under £10 for a 30 min charge (100 mile range) and will most commonly be found at motorway service stations.

Do all electric vehicles use the same plug?

No, most EVs will be supplied with 2 charging cables. A mode 2 charging cable which is used for connecting your car to an ordinary domestic socket (3 pin plug) for at-home charging, and a Mode 3 charging cable which will connect your car to the charging station.

Can I get funding toward a home charging point?

Yes, the government do offer a grant to install a charge point at home. Please ask about current availability.

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So, whether you want to reduce your carbon footprint, or simply wish to lower the cost of running your car, there are plenty of reasons to go electric and making the switch is much simpler than you might think.

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Our Electric cars use a battery to drive a powerful electric motor, while our Hybrids use a combination of electric motor and conventional engine.

Electric Range: How far can I go?

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EV6

The electric EV6 delivers a range of up to 328 miles* on a single charge.

Electric Range 328 miles

Charge Time (10-80%) - Show Charging Times 18 mins

Slow Charge (10-100%) 32 hours 45 mins

Fast Charge (10-100%) 7 hours 20 mins

Rapid Charge (10-80%) 1 hour 13 mins

Super Charge (10-80%) 18 mins
All-New Niro EV

The electric All-New Niro EV delivers a range of up to 287 miles* on a single charge.

Electric Range 287 miles
e-Niro

The electric e-Niro delivers a range of up to 282 miles* on a single charge.

Electric Range 282 miles

Charge Time (0-80%) - Show Charging Times 54 mins

Slow Charge (0-100%) 18 hours

Fast Charge (0-100%) 6 hours 10 mins

Rapid Charge (0-80%) 57 mins

Super Charge (0-80%) 54 mins
Soul EV

The electric Soul EV delivers a range of up to 280 miles* on a single charge.

Electric Range 280 miles

Charge Time (0-80%) - Show Charging Times 54 mins

Slow Charge (0-100%) 29 hours

Fast Charge (0-100%) 9 hours 35 mins

Rapid Charge (0-80%) 1 hour 15 mins

Super Charge (0-80%) 54 mins
All-New Sportage

The mild hybrid,hybrid,plug-in hybrid All-New Sportage delivers a range of up to 43 miles* on a single charge.

Electric Range 43 miles
Sorento Plug-In Hybrid

The plug-in hybrid Sorento Plug-In Hybrid delivers a range of up to 35 miles* on a single charge.

Electric Range 35 miles

Charge Time (0-100%) - Show Charging Times 3 hours 25 mins

Slow Charge (0-100%) 5 hours 2 mins

Fast Charge (0-100%) 3 hours 25 mins

Rapid Charge N/A

Super Charge N/A
Niro Plug-In Hybrid

The plug-in hybrid Niro Plug-In Hybrid delivers a range of up to 30 miles* on a single charge.

Electric Range 30 miles

Charge Time (0-100%) - Show Charging Times 2 hours 15 mins

Slow Charge (0-100%) 2 hours 15 mins

Fast Charge N/A

Rapid Charge N/A

Super Charge N/A
XCeed Plug-In Hybrid

The plug-in hybrid XCeed Plug-In Hybrid delivers a range of up to 30 miles* on a single charge.

Electric Range 30 miles

Charge Time (0-100%) - Show Charging Times 2 hours 15 mins

Slow Charge (0-100%) 2 hours 15 mins

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