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 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).

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.

PHEV stands for Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle.

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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1 month ago
Very easy process. Neil was attentive and professional. No issues, buying was a simple process. Up to present, very happy with vehicle. Would recommend.
Alan EB Drayton Motors MAXUS Louth
Response from RJTK Automotive 1 month ago
Thank you for your 5 Star review Alan, we hope you enjoy many happy years of driving and will ensure Neil and the Management team see your review, all the best
2 months ago
My company Medstrom has just acquired 5 Maxus electric vans from Drayton Motors. The whole buying experience has been an absolute pleasure starting with the provision of a vehicle for evaluation which helped hugely in validating the suitability of the van for our fleet. Neil and this team have been superbly responsive to our questions and needs throughout. We will be buying more vans from Neil next year and I would throughly recommend the dealership to anybody looking for a larger electric van.
David Belli Drayton Motors MAXUS Louth
Response from RJTK Automotive 2 months ago
Good Afternoon David, thank you so much for your 5 Star review and thank you for choosing Drayton Motors MAXUS for your purchase of 5 electric vans. I will ensure Neil & the team are sent your review and will be in touch again soon once we have published the press release about your purchase, best wishes
2 months ago
Service has been great. Super communication with Neil & the guy that delivered our van was really friendly. Sorted a spare key out with no hassle too Thanks again
Helen Shaw Drayton Motors MAXUS Louth
Response from RJTK Automotive 2 months ago
Good Morning Helen, thank you so much for your wonderful 5 Star review and image you attached to our profile, we are so pleased you had a great experience with Neil and please don't hesitate to get in touch if you require any further assistance, all the best
3 months ago
Poor From Start To Finish , would Not Recommend Plenty other Maxus dealerships
D H Drayton Motors MAXUS Louth
Response from RJTK Automotive 3 months ago
Good Morning, we are disappointed to see your 1 Star review and would like to understand exactly what happened to cause you to leave this review and the review on Facebook, please can you email social@rjtkgroup.com or contact Richard Welch on 01507 307060 so we can try and resolve this issue, regards
5 months ago
I would highly recommend great customer service. Neil was happy to answer and explain my questions, everything was straight forward. I would certainly go back and buy with confidence. I’m a very happy customer. Russell Newell
Russell Newell Drayton Motors MAXUS Louth
Response from RJTK Automotive 5 months ago
Good Afternoon Russell, thank you so much for your great 5 Star review, don't hesitate to contact us if you need any further assistance, regards
7 months ago
From start to finish Neil made the sale very easy for me around my busy work schedule, wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.
Matthew York Drayton Motors MAXUS Louth
Response from RJTK Automotive 2 months ago
Good Afternoon Matthew, thank you for your 5 Star review and your comments about Neil, I will pass them on to him and the team, regards

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