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 ..

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 ..

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 ..

The fastest charging electric sports cars on the marketWith the popularity of electric sports cars on the rise, Uswitch conducted a study to find ..

Electric vehicles and accessibilityWith electric vehicles becoming more popular around the world and in the UK specifically, ..

EV glossaryNew to the world of EVs? If you’re thinking about swapping your petrol model for a battery ..

The best European city to own an electric vehicle in Electric vehicles have become increasingly popular in the wake of the environmental crisi ..

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 ..

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 ..

Ultra Low Emission ZonesLooking to find out more about Ultra Low Emission Zones (ULEZ)? Uswitch explains what you ..

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 ..

EV Charging Statistics 2024 - 100+ Facts and Stats ReportThe latest EV charging statistics for 2024, including EV charger speeds, the average cost ..

The European capitals with the highest density of EV charging stationsWith several major countries pledging for their cars to go all-electric by 2040, our Elect ..

Electric car charging points mapNeed to charge your EV? Uswitch’s electric car charging points map will help you plan your ..

OLEV grant: government grant for electric carsThe Office for Low Emissions (OLEV) grant can help you save up to £350 on the purchase and ..

EV charging safetyConcerned about being able to charge your EV safely? There's no need to worry - read on to ..

Charging an EV without a home chargerNot everyone lives in a property suitable for a home charger, and some people actively cho ..

EV comparison table: compare electric carsThinking about making the switch to an electric car but not sure which one to go for? Chec ..

The European capitals with the biggest reduction in air pollutionWith the need to improve air quality more documented than ever before, these are the capit ..

Choosing EV charging cablesWondering what EV charging cable you need to charge your electric car? We've got you cover ..

EV connector typesThe EV connector type you have will impact how fast your electric car can charge. Find out ..

EV home charger installation processEV home chargers are the most affordable and convenient way to charge, but what’s involved ..

How to charge an electric carCharging electric cars couldn’t be simpler but it can be daunting for new EV drivers. Uswi ..