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DS 3 Crossback E-Tense review

Updated: December 9, 2020

Zap-Map verdict: “Stylish and agile, the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense combines the natural strengths of compact crossovers in a premium EV package.” Range & charging The DS 3 Crossback is the first pure-electric model from the premium brand, with a range of...

Peugeot e-208 review

Updated: November 13, 2020

Zap-Map verdict: “A key model in seeing EVs go mainstream, the Peugeot e-208 offers a good balance between range, price, and driving dynamics.” Range & charging The e-208 is Peugeot’s first proper EV – we’re not counting the iOn, which was a...

Seat Mii Electric review

Updated: November 5, 2020

Zap-Map verdict: “Priced well and with a very useful range, the Seat Mii Electric makes a great case for those regularly driving in or around town.” Range & charging Considering how long the VW e-up! has been around, it is surprising that...

Top 10 practical EVs

Updated: October 15, 2020

Electric cars have rapidly become a viable choice for a large number of drivers. However, there has long been an argument that there aren’t enough large, practical EVs for those that prioritise interior space. Here, we counter that argument with the top...

VW ID.3 range expands

Updated: October 14, 2020

Volkswagen has announced UK pricing for the ID.3, following on from the limited run 1st Edition models that were delivered last month. The news sees the new ID.3 available for less than £30,000. VW’s new entry-level ID.3 – in Life trim –...

Seat Leon PHEV UK prices announced

Updated: October 13, 2020

Seat has announced prices for the new Leon e-Hybrid PHEV, with orders open now and a starting price of £30,970. The Leon e-Hybrid features a 1.4 litre petrol engine and electric motor, with the latter driven by a 13 kWh battery. This...

BP Chargemaster to install 1,000 charge points for Police Scotland

Updated: October 8, 2020

Police Scotland has awarded BP Chargemaster the UK’s largest ever EV infrastructure contract, with a £21 million deal agreed to install more than 1,000 charge points across its sites throughout Scotland. The service will have charge points installed at 265 locations across...

Mercedes Benz EQS the first of six new EVs due

Updated: October 7, 2020

Mercedes Benz has revealed that six new pure-electric models are due to join the EQ range. The next to arrive will be the EQS, an electric version of the German brand’s famous S-Class, which will arrive next year. Other confirmed models include...

LiFe points boosts Q-Park appeal for EV drivers

Updated: October 6, 2020

Franklin Energy has completed the installation of more than 20 new fast charge point connectors at Q-Park sites in the UK and Ireland. The latest phase of LiFe network operator’s roll-out with the car park firm has seen new 22 kW fast...

EV Infrastructure Summit 2020

Updated: October 6, 2020

The second EV Infrastructure Summit 2020 will take place online on 7th-8th October. Focusing on the opportunities and challenges surrounding setting up a UK-wide EV charging infrastructure, the summit represents a key date in the calendar for experts in both public and...

Record breaking September for UK EV market

Updated: October 5, 2020

Almost 22,000 pure-electric cars were sold in September 2020, smashing the previous best monthly figure, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. The new record of 21,903 almost doubles the previous best, set in March earlier...

Renault Zoe Z.E.50 review

Updated: October 5, 2020

Zap-Map verdict: “Regularly developed over the years, the Renault Zoe enters its second generation with a strong hand. Improvements to range, power, and the cabin help make the Zoe a cracking little car, and it has enough about it to sway many...