EV charging guides

Find out about charging and using your electric vehicle in our guides covering costs, charging point locations, safety and more.

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Electric car myths: bustedSome drivers still believe certain EV-related myths, but are they valid? We bust some of t ..
Buying an electric car
What is the lifetime cost of an electric vehicle?How does the cost of an EV compare to that of a petrol or diesel car over their respective ..
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The best EU countries to live in for EV chargingFind out which countries are the best for electric car owners, based on price and availabl ..
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The fastest charging electric sports cars on the marketWith the popularity of electric sports cars on the rise, Uswitch conducted a study to find ..
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Electric vehicles and accessibilityWith electric vehicles becoming more popular around the world and in the UK specifically, ..
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EV glossaryNew to the world of EVs? If you’re thinking about swapping your petrol model for a battery ..
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The best European city to own an electric vehicle in Electric vehicles have become increasingly popular in the wake of the environmental crisi ..
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The CO2 emissions if film road trips had used an EVFind out which iconic film road trips could have reduced their CO2 emissions the most if t ..
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How long does it take to charge an electric car?Unsure how long it takes to charge an electric car? Lots of factors can affect an EV's cha ..
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Ultra Low Emission ZonesLooking to find out more about Ultra Low Emission Zones (ULEZ)? Uswitch explains what you ..
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How much does it cost to charge an electric car?Concerned about how much it might cost to charge an electric car? Uswitch breaks down the ..
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EV Charging Statistics 2024 - 100+ Facts and Stats ReportThe latest EV charging statistics for 2024, including EV charger speeds, the average cost ..