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?

The all-electric MINI Cooper: MINI moments of magic

MINI’s all-electric hatch is packed with a multitude of tech and practical features that add a spark..

What Car? Promotion, Wed Sep 04 2024

New Nissan tech could half the cost of charging

Nissan owners will be able to power homes from their EVs, or sell power back to the grid

Stuart Milne, Thu Oct 10 2024

Why electric range isn’t an issue for BMW driver Simon

Find out how the impressive range and smart connected navigation in Simon’s BMW iX put him in charge..

What Car? Promotion, Tue Sep 10 2024

New Peugeot e-408 completes firm's electric line-up

New Peugeot e-408 provides a 280-mile range, AI technology and an up-to eight-year warranty

Stuart Milne, Wed Oct 02 2024

Real MPG: most economical hybrid cars

Petrol prices remain extortionately high, but our independent fuel economy tests reveal the most eff..

Eleanor Cooper, Tue Oct 01 2024

The all-electric MINI Cooper: 6 big reasons to love it

We’ve looked at all the key improvements on MINI’s city-friendly electric hatchback to see how it ch..

What Car? Promotion, Wed Sep 04 2024

What is an electric car heat pump and how does it work?

A battery heat pump could make a big difference to your electric car’s range and efficiency. Here we..

George Hill, Sat Sep 28 2024

How going electric helped me buy a BMW

Learn how smart home charging gave BMW iX3 driver James the opportunity to purchase a more premium c..

What Car? Promotion, Tue Sep 03 2024

The all-electric MINI Cooper: find your perfect spec

Here’s how to choose your perfect balance of style, tech, practicality, sporty driving character and..

What Car? Promotion, Wed Sep 04 2024

Businesses to share electric car charging facilities

New platform aims to cut charging costs for electric company cars by letting them charge at business..

Eleanor Cooper, Tue Sep 24 2024

Real MPG: most economical small SUVs

What Car?'s Real MPG tests reveal the real fuel economy figures you can expect from a car. Here we r..

Darren Moss, Tue Sep 24 2024

The all-electric MINI Cooper: its high-tech features explained

There’s a lot of tech to love in the all-electric MINI Cooper. So, here’s a simple guide to how it w..

What Car? Promotion, Wed Sep 04 2024

Mini Cooper S vs Mini Cooper SE – is petrol or electric best?

In electric form, the latest Mini is a big improvement on its predecessor – but is it better than th..

Will Nightingale, Sun Sep 15 2024

How to pick your perfect all-electric MINI

With a fast-growing line-up of all-electric models to choose from, we’re here to help you find the p..

What Car? Promotion, Wed Sep 04 2024

New Audi A6 e-tron to cost from £70,000

The new Audi A6 e-tron electric car is available as a hatchback or estate and uses the same technolo..

Steve Huntingford, Mon Sep 09 2024

New Nissan Ariya Nismo can do 0-62mph in 5.0sec and costs from £56,620

The new Nismo version of Nissan's Ariya electric SUV gets power, suspension and brake upgrades, spor..

James Tute, Sun Sep 08 2024

Why the all-electric MINI Cooper is our best Small Electric Car

Five big reasons why we’ve given MINI’s hatch a four-star review and a key accolade in our 2024 What..

What Car? Promotion, Wed Sep 04 2024

Kia EV3 reader test team

The Kia EV3 is the brand's all-new small electric SUV. We've asked a panel of readers to check it ov..

Claire Evans, Thu Aug 29 2024

Why the CUPRA Born is a great all-round EV

With impressive style, tech, comfort and space, CUPRA’s all-electric hatch has plenty to like before..

What Car? Promotion, Sun Jun 09 2024

New Renault Scenic vs Kia EV6 vs Tesla Model Y

Having evolved from a sensible MPV into a trendy electric SUV, the Renault Scenic could be a hit all..

Will Nightingale, Sun Aug 04 2024

Electric cars

The all-electric MINI Cooper: MINI moments of magic

New Nissan tech could half the cost of charging

Why electric range isn’t an issue for BMW driver Simon

New Peugeot e-408 completes firm's electric line-up

Real MPG: most economical hybrid cars

The all-electric MINI Cooper: 6 big reasons to love it

What is an electric car heat pump and how does it work?

How going electric helped me buy a BMW

The all-electric MINI Cooper: find your perfect spec

Businesses to share electric car charging facilities

Real MPG: most economical small SUVs

The all-electric MINI Cooper: its high-tech features explained

Mini Cooper S vs Mini Cooper SE – is petrol or electric best?

How to pick your perfect all-electric MINI

New Audi A6 e-tron to cost from £70,000

New Nissan Ariya Nismo can do 0-62mph in 5.0sec and costs from £56,620

Why the all-electric MINI Cooper is our best Small Electric Car

Kia EV3 reader test team

Why the CUPRA Born is a great all-round EV

New Renault Scenic vs Kia EV6 vs Tesla Model Y

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