Electric cars

Electric cars are growing in popularity. No wonder: the best are quiet, cheap to run and smooth to drive. But which are the bright sparks to consider – and which are the loose connections?

Mercedes GLB: next-gen seven-seat SUV arrives with 392-mile range

Hybrid options will soon be available too, equipped with an MHEV four-cylinder and 48-volt technolog..

Shafiq Abidin, Thu Dec 04 2025

Audi E-tron GT long-term test

Our testing has shown that this electric performance car is thrilling to drive, but is it also enjoy..

Steve Huntingford, Sun Nov 16 2025

Every eligible car for the electric car grant

The new Electric Car Grant could cut up to £3750 off the price of a new EV. While precise eligibilit..

Jack Mortimer, Wed Jul 16 2025

2026 Cupra Raval review: sporty small hatchback put through its paces

Cupra’s most important car yet is a sub-£30k, Renault-5-rivalling small electric hatchback, and we’v..

Oliver Young, Tue Nov 25 2025

Vauxhall Grandland Electric long-term test

Our sub-editor needs a comfortable, practical car for a lengthy commute and active weekends. We're f..

Chris Haining, Fri Aug 08 2025

The Leapmotor B03X is a compact electric SUV that’s UK-bound in 2026

New electric SUV should offer a competitive range and an even more competitive price

Shafiq Abidin, Mon Nov 24 2025

Best electric cars 2025 – the EVs to buy and those to avoid

Sales of electric cars are booming, and no wonder: the best are quiet, cheap to run and smooth to dr..

Darren Moss, Sun Feb 09 2025

Best large electric cars 2025 – the large EVs to choose and avoid

The best electric cars are cheap to run and good to drive, and larger models offer plenty of space f..

Darren Moss, Tue Feb 11 2025

Cheapest electric cars: UK's most affordable EVs

Think all electric cars are expensive? Think again. There’s a wide range of capable EVs available fo..

Jack Mortimer, Sat Oct 19 2024

The new ninth-gen Toyota Hilux is coming in 2026, and will include an EV offering

A hydrogen fuel cell Hilux will complete the pickup range in 2028

Shafiq Abidin, Mon Nov 10 2025

Here are five future battery technologies that you should be aware of

From revolutionary cell chemistries to wireless charging, these are the most promising developments..

Shafiq Abidin, Sat Nov 08 2025

What is vehicle-to-load (V2L) charging, and how does it work?

V2L is a growing trend among manufacturers, and could prove a useful feature for some electric car o..

Shafiq Abidin, Fri Nov 07 2025

Used Car of the Year Awards: Electric SUVs

With living costs on the rise, getting a good deal on your next car is more important than ever. Tha..

George Hill, Wed Oct 23 2024

What is vehicle-to-grid (V2G) charging and can it save me money?

V2G could help you save money and make the most of your EV’s capabilities; but is it worth the inves..

Shafiq Abidin, Wed Oct 15 2025

Complete the What Car? public EV charger survey

If you own an electric car and use the public EV charging network, we'd love to hear from you. Compl..

Claire Evans, Thu Oct 31 2024

Video: New Dacia Hipster revealed: could this be the future of the electric car?

Radical Dacia Hipster concept shows how the value-focused brand could soon slash the cost of electri..

Steve Huntingford, Mon Oct 06 2025

All the electric cars coming soon

Electric cars are rapidly gaining popularity, and your choice is broadening all the time. Here are t..

Jack Mortimer, Sat Jun 15 2024

Ford Capri long-term test

The iconic Ford Capri has been reborn as a sleek electric SUV, but what’s it like to live with? Our..

Mark Pearson, Sun May 25 2025

Dacia Spring gets more power and an upgraded battery

Updates to the UK’s most affordable electric car also include tweaks to the underpinnings that are d..