Electric and hybrid
Electric cars, hybrids, charging and battery
Latest in Electric and hybrid
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Hybrid types explained: mild, full and plug-in
The differences between mild hybrids, full hybrids and plug-in hybrids and who each one suits.
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Fuel or electricity: how to compare running costs
A method for comparing what it costs per kilometre to run a petrol, diesel or electric car, using your own numbers.
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Electric cars in winter: keeping your range
Why range drops in the cold and the habits that help you lose less of it.
More guides
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EV, hybrid or petrol: how to choose
A practical way to compare electric, hybrid and conventional cars based on how and where you actually drive.
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Checking battery health on a used electric car
What battery health means, how to find out about it and what to ask before paying for a used EV.
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Electric cars for buyers: the basics
How an electric car works, what is different to live with and the questions to ask before you buy one.
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Charging an electric car: speeds, plugs and habits
A beginner's guide to home, work and public charging, how long it takes and how to charge in a battery-friendly way.