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?

Best electric cars 2026 – 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 family electric SUVs 2026 – plus the models to avoid

There have never been more family-sized electric SUVs to choose from, but which ones are worth your..

Darren Moss, Thu Aug 21 2025

The longest-range electric cars 2026: top 10 revealed

With some electric cars now able to travel more than 500 miles on a charge, here's a rundown of the..

Darren Moss, Sat Jul 20 2024

New MG 4 Urban vs Hyundai Inster vs Renault 5

Compact dimensions make these electric cars a perfect fit for the city, but which is the best when y..

John Howell, Sun May 17 2026

Audi E-tron GT long-term test

We already knew that this electric performance car was thrilling to drive, but over six months did i..

Steve Huntingford, Sun Nov 16 2025

New Toyota Hilux gets diesel and electric power for £42k

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

Shafiq Abidin, Mon Nov 10 2025

Best small electric cars 2026: the cheap EVs to choose

Think going electric has to be expensive? Well, the best small EVs prove otherwise, but which models..

Darren Moss, Wed Feb 05 2025

How much does it cost to charge an electric car?

We reveal the cheapest public chargers around. Plus, we see what makes life easiest: a very long ran..

Jack Mortimer, Thu Jan 23 2025

Every eligible car for the electric car grant

The Government is providing a grant that can cut up to £3750 off the price of a new electric car. He..

Jack Mortimer, Wed Jul 16 2025

BMW 7 Series and i7 updated with fresh styling and tech-packed interior

The biggest upgrade ever given to a BMW, the new 7 Series and electric i7 feature a bolder appearanc..

Jack Mortimer, Tue Apr 21 2026

Smart #2 concept previews new electric city car

New Smart #2 will be a successor to the tiny Smart Fortwo EQ, which was discontinued in 2024

Steve Huntingford, Tue Apr 21 2026

New Hyundai Ioniq 3 offers sleek shape and 441 litres of storage for £25k

Hyundai’s smallest Ioniq yet showcases the brand's new approach to car design, and features a surpri..

Jack Mortimer, Thu Apr 16 2026

Cheapest electric cars: the UK's 10 most affordable EVs ranked

Electric cars are no longer the preserve of the rich. You can get behind the wheel of a wide range o..

Jack Mortimer, Sat Oct 19 2024

Best small electric SUVs 2026 – the practical EVs to keep your family moving

There are plenty of small electric SUVs to choose from, but the gap between the best and worst model..

Darren Moss, Fri Feb 07 2025

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

Cupra’s most important car yet, the Raval is an Alpine A290-rivalling electric small car that offers..

Jack Mortimer, Tue Nov 25 2025

New Nissan Leaf vs Kia EV3

To say that the original Nissan Leaf made an impact is an understatement, and now it's time for the..

Dan Jones, Sun Mar 29 2026

ZEV mandate: 33% of new cars must be electric this year

The Zero-Emission Mandate requires all UK car manufacturers to meet targets for new electric car sal..

George Hill, Thu Jan 04 2024

The fastest charging electric cars in the UK

These are the official maximum charging speeds in kW of all the electric cars in the UK – ranked in..

Shafiq Abidin, Tue Oct 01 2024

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

EV chargepoint grant – everything you need to know

You can save up to £350 on the cost of a home electric car charger through the Office for Zero-Emiss..

Jack Mortimer, Mon Aug 04 2025