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 EVs in the market average 200 miles between charges, with some models boasting a range of nearly 300 miles.

How long will an electric car last?

Electric cars are just as durable as their petrol or diesel counterparts. The expected life expetancy of modern EVs is 15-20 years, or 200,000 miles - the same as traditional fuel vehicles.

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?

EVs 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. Irrespective of manufacturer warranty for your car, your battery comes with an 8 year warranty.

How long do electric batteries last?

All new batteries are under warranty for 8 years. 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.

What does the 8 years Roadside Assistance Cover?

Electric All In provides 8 years of roadside support for breakdowns, punctures, and emergencies. If repairs aren’t possible on-site, towing to the nearest Vauxhall repairer is included, with options for a courtesy vehicle or hotel accommodation if needed. The 8 years roadside assisstance is on the car not the owner, so its transferable if you decide to sell the car.

What happens if i run out of battery during a trip?

Electric All In offers 8 years of mobile charging assistance, covering up to 3 assistance calls per year. If your battery runs out, on-site recharging or towing to a nearby charging station (within 50m) will keep you on the road.

How do I get a home charger installation?

Speak to Wilson and Co at the time of placing an order. Your local Co dealer will submit a referral to Octopus Energy and Octopus will contact you via email to arrange your charger installation. For more information about Octopus Energy EV charger installations, please visit https://octopus.energy/ev-charger-faq/

What is the Ohme Wallbox?

The Ohme Home Pro is convenient home charging solution for your vehicle. It comes with an app for remote charging control. Upgrades and installation support are available based on your needs. Integrates with the Intelligent Octopus Go tariff, available through Octopus Energy, so you can charge your EV conveniently and cheaply. Specification: 3 year warranty & 7.4kW charging. 170mm (H) x 200mm (W) x 100mm (D)

How do I get 10,000 free miles?

Once your Ohme home charger has been installed, Octopus will send you an email to opt to upgrade to their Octopus GO Tariff which will allow you to redeem your 10,000 free miles when upgrading to the energy tariff. The email will contain a promo code which you will need to enter on the Octopus Energy website.

What are the public charging options?

Charge with ease at public charging points that cover across the Nation with our partners. Select either Octopus Electroverse with nearly 1 million chargers or charge while doing your weekly shop at your local Tesco via their Podpoint charging network.

What do the connected services include?

Electric All In comes with 6 months of Connect PLUS Pack. Its services include real-time navigation, remote access to vehicle status, battery monitoring, and more, so you stay informed and connected with your EV wherever you go. And using your Vauxhall app, by finding optimal charging stops along the way, so you’re always within reach of a power source.

What long-term value does Electric All In provide?

Electric All In minimises maintenance costs, streamlines electric vehicle use, and enhances reliability for the long term, giving you unmatched convenience and peace of mind. Discover Running Costs

Where can I find the terms and conditions of the Electric All In programme?

Please read full terms and conditions by clicking here

Corsa Electric

Leasys Business Contract Hire Offer

from £295
per month

£1,770
Initial Rental

36 Months
Duration

10,000
Annual Mileage

Corsa Electric Offer

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Corsa Electric on Leasys

4% Benefit-in-Kind-BiK Company Car Tax

Stylish. Fun to drive. Fully electric. Vauxhall Corsa Electric is filed with premium materials and innovative features. And with BiK rates at 4% the new Corsa Electric makes perfect sense for both business and company car drivers.

Whether you’re a big company or a small business looking for vehicle financing on a Corsa Electric, Leasys (our business finance specialists) can help deliver exactly what you need.

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Corsa Electric YES
- Multimedia Navi with 10-inch touchscreen
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- 7-inch digital colour instrument cluster
- Sports front and rear body styling
- Electrically adjustable/heated door mirrors
- Heated comfort front seats
- Rain-sensitive windscreen wipers
- Forward collision alert
- Intelli-LED headlights

Corsa Electric YES 50kWh Battery Electric 100kW/136PS Auto

6+35 Business Contract Hire +VAT. Non-maintenance. 10,000 miles pa. Standard Paint.

Duration	36 Months
Initial Rental	£1,770 (excl. VAT)
35 Monthly Rentals	£295 (excl. VAT)
Annual Mileage	10,000

Finance ID: 43

Corsa Electric Ultimate 136PS Auto
Ultimate is the top of the range New Corsa Electric available, with top of the range equipment inside and out.

10-inch colour touchscreen with Satellite Navigation & Apple CarPlay™/Android Auto™

17" bi-colour alloy wheels

Electronic climate control

7-inch digital instrument cluster

Adaptive cruise control

IntelliLux LED® Matrix headlights with LED tail lights

Alcantara seat trim

Driver seat massage function

Keyless entry and start

Heated front seats and steering wheel

Side blind spot alert

Panoramic rear-view camera
Corsa Electric’s punchy performance will appeal to a broad range of drivers who may not have previously considered an electric car. And with a generous range, using the new, more stringent WLTP test, of 222 miles, the Corsa Electric will aim to normalise electric car ownership.
Benefit-in-Kind-BiK

0% emissions. 4% company car tax (2026/2027).

The business case for going electric is hard to ignore with just 4% company car tax (BIK) for electric cars*.

The incentive couldn’t be bigger. Choose the a full battery electric company car and your tax – or ‘Benefit in Kind’ – for private use of a company car will reduce to 4%*.

Electric cars are great news for company car drivers, who can enjoy the tangible benefits of electric motoring. Fleet managers who manage a larger electric fleet can cut running and servicing costs, increase efficiency and future-proof your business for more sustainable regulations ahead.
Range & Charging

Up to 222 miles on a single charge

Power up the battery at home with a Home Wallbox and get a full charge in just 7.5 hours. And when you’re on the road, there are over 26,000 charging points across the UK. You can obtain 80% of the vehicle charge in 30 minutes from a 100kw** charging station.
Our maintenance package

Choosing the maintenance package for a small additional monthly cost offers extra benefits and peace-of-mind. These include:

Servicing: covers all routine servicing in the recommended servicing schedule for your vehicle, using genuine Vauxhall parts. You will also be informed of any other safety or advisory items that our expert technicians identify.

Maintenance: covers additional recommended items such as brake fluid changes and MOTs.

Repair: covers replacement of standard parts such as brake discs, pads and wiper blades as they wear, as well as electrical and mechanical warranty work that may be required.

All wear and tear items are replaced with Vauxhall parts, meaning you will get the highest standards at no extra cost.

For a complete peace of mind, you can also add our Replacement Tyres package – available as a supplementary services.

The maintenance package is available on top of the standard benefits you receive with your Free2Move Lease Business Contract Hire agreement, included at no extra costs for the duration of your contract. All designed to make running a Vauxhall seamless experience, they cover a large number of benefits:

Standard benefits available with a Free2Move Lease contract

UK & European Accident and Breakdown Assistance: this is included for the entire length of your agreement. Includes roadside assistance, roadside recovery, at home assistance, onward travel such as hire cars and European Breakdown cover.

Mileage reminders: to help keep within contracted mileage period, you will receive mileage reminders when excess mileage is anticipated.

Servicing & MOT reminders: to help ensure your vehicle meets service and maintenance requirements, you will receive regular email notifications.

Service Booking Line: The Free2Move Lease experts are available to assist with any vehicle defects or issues, making bookings and monitoring repairs as required.

Driver Helpline: Access to driver helpline 24/7 for any in-life contractual queries or to support with organising bookings with your chosen Vauxhall Retailer for service and repairs.

Continuous monitoring: Free2Move Lease will keep you informed on the progress of any service and repair work, and also monitor mileage usage to help you avoid end-of-contract mileage charges.

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Leasys Terms and Conditions
Business Contract Hire. Corsa Electric 100kW Yes 50kWh 5dr Auto 2025.? Initial rental of £1,770 followed by 35 monthly rentals of £295 excl. VAT and maintenance. Based on 10,000 miles p.a. Excess mileage and vehicle condition charges may apply. You will not own the vehicle. Vehicles must be ordered between 01/04/2026 to 30/06/2026. Subject to status. Guarantees may be required. Participating retailers only. T&Cs apply. Leasys, Pinley House, 2 Sunbeam Way, Coventry, CV3 1ND

Fuel economy and CO2 results for the Vauxhall Corsa-e 100KW (136PS). Mpg (l/100km): N/A. CO2 emissions: 0g/km. Electric range up to 222 miles (WLTP). The Corsa-e is a battery electric vehicle requiring mains electricity for charging. Everyday use may differ and is dependent on various factors. In particular: personal driving style, route characteristics, exterior temperature, heating/air conditioning, pre-conditioning and battery condition.

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