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Over a third of UK drivers feel nervous about driving EVs in winter
Only 11.7% of UK drivers currently fit winter-suited tyres, despite 82% believing they improve safety
Dealers who say EVs are sector’s biggest challenge down by a third
Dealers who believe electrification is the biggest challenge facing the used car sector have fallen
Castrol partners with LION Smart to pioneer battery cooling for next‑generation battery systems
Castrol has partnered with LION Smart to develop a new cutting-edge battery module for high-performance EV applications
Motoring experts reveal five ways to boost your electric car's range this winter
Industry data shows EV range can drop by up to 30% in cold conditions
EVs and the UK Automotive Aftermarket: Threat or Opportunity? - Here’s the view from GTO
With petrol and diesel cars set to be phased out by 2030, electric vehicles are moving from niche to mainstream
Electric company car tyre price difference persisting
In September 2023 – the average price of an ICE tyre was £168 while an electric equivalent was 32% more at £222
Faster charging speeds essential for future electric van adoption
There was a perception among AFP members that vans were being built with slower charging capabilities
Cord launches EVIRA – a portable EV charger
EVIRA delivers up to ten times faster charging than a standard 3-pin “granny” charger with no fixed installation
Despite Record EV Sales, Half of Drivers Still Say ‘No’ to Electric Cars with 2030 Ban Looming
Upfront costs and charging were the key reasons people wouldn’t choose an EV