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Best EV home charging tariffs: here are the best and cheapest we’ve found

Switching to an energy tariff designed for electric vehicle owners can help to save big on your motoring bills. We share the cheapest tariffs around

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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 order from quickest to slowest…

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Best home EV chargers on sale in 2025 - tested, reviewed and rated

With so many to choose from, picking a home charger for your electric vehicle can be tricky, so we tapped into thousands of users’ experiences to find the best (and worst)

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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 for EV batteries

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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 owners if used correctly

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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 investment? Here’s your all-encompassing explainer

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Pod Point launches EV charging subscription service as part of rebrand

New £40 per month EV charging subscription aims to cut costs for UK electric car owners

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How to charge an electric car

You’ve bought your new electric car, but how do you charge it? Our guide explains how, where and when to charge your EV

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InstaVolt opens UK’s largest ultra-rapid EV charging hub

Winchester Superhub has 44 ultra-rapid 160kW chargers capable of providing 20-minute charges for compatible electric vehicles

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Public EV charger users get just 37% of the expected rate

Drivers of electric cars often find that public rapid chargers deliver power much slower than their stated peak rate. We find out why and put some to the test

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Can I charge an electric car for free?

If you’re prepared to track them down, there are still chargers that will let you top up your electric car for free. Here's everything you need to know

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EV charging cables: how safe are aftermarket leads?

Exclusive investigation reveals the potential dangers of EV charging cables bought from online marketplaces

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Tesla Superchargers – everything you need to know

There are more than 1000 Tesla Superchargers around the UK, but how do they work and who can use them? Our guide reveals all

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How long does it take to charge an electric car?

The time taken to charge an electric car can vary from as little as 20 minutes to as much as 24 hours. Here's why

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How to choose an EV charging cable

A lot of electric cars come with a charging cable, but you might want to buy a spare or one with a different plug. So, here are our tips for selecting the best out there

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Electric car home charger installation guide

If you’ve recently made the switch to an electric car, you may be looking to install a wallbox charging point at your home. So, here we tell you everything you need to know about the installation process

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Electric vehicle home charging scheme changes in 2022: What do I need to know?

The eligibility rules for grants to help pay for electric car home charger installation are changing – get in quick if you want to save money

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Electric cars: can you use public chargers without a smartphone?

If you own an electric car but not a smartphone, and don’t want to buy one to access public charging points, here are our tips

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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-Emission Vehicles (OZEV) grant. We explain how