Matt Lister - Driving ZEV

Omoda and Jaecoo introduce £600 incentive ahead of 2028 EV mileage tax

Omoda & Jaecoo has added a £600 incentive to the electric E5 range, linking it to the 2028 3p-per-mile EV road charge. The offer applies on 4-year finance and reduces the upfront cost for buyers.

By Matt Lister Nov 29, 2025 1 min read

Electric Cars

Renault 5 E-Tech named Scottish Car of the Year for 2025

Renault 5 E-Tech has been named Scottish Car of the Year 2025, taking the overall award and Small Car title. The compact EV offers two battery options and UK grant eligibility with prices from £21,495.

By Matt Lister Nov 28, 2025 2 min read

Electric Trucks

Renault Trucks adds new E Tech D12 and D14 electric rigids for city distribution

Renault Trucks has released two new electric rigids, the E Tech D12 and D14, with compact dimensions, 176 kWh LFP batteries and a quoted range of up to 220 km. Both models use full air suspension and AC charging, and will be built at Blainville-sur-Orne.

By Matt Lister Nov 27, 2025 2 min read

UK News

Budget: Chancellor sets out 3p-per-mile EV tax from 2028

The UK government will charge electric-car drivers 3p per mile from 2028 under a new eVED system. Here’s how the mileage charge works, who pays, what changes for drivers and why the Treasury says the reform is needed.

By Matt Lister Nov 27, 2025 4 min read

Electric Cars

Solar-charged Defenders keep Kenyan rangers moving through the rains

What kept Sarara’s old Defenders moving through Kenya’s rainy season when diesel couldn’t reach them? A very modern solution in a very remote place.

By Matt Lister Nov 26, 2025 5 min read

Electric Vans

Morris JE electric van to be built in Wales with new Bro Tathan facility

Morris Commercial will build the electric Morris JE van at Bro Tathan in Wales, with around 150 jobs and support from the Welsh Government. A lightweight, 250-mile electric van built on a recycled carbon-fibre body, due to enter production in 2026.

By Matt Lister Nov 26, 2025 1 min read

Electric Trucks

Renault's new electric truck brings 600km range within reach

Renault Trucks has introduced two new long-distance electric tractors with up to 600 km of range. The E-Tech T 585 and T 780 offer large NCA battery packs, megawatt charging support and improved payload capability, moving electric long-haul haulage closer to practical fleet use.

By Matt Lister Nov 25, 2025 2 min read

Electric Cars

Porsche Cayenne Electric revealed with 2.5-second 0-60 time and 400 kW charging

The new Porsche Cayenne Electric delivers a 2.5-second 0–100 km/h and 400 kW charging, plus updated tech, cabin and range. Full details in our coverage.

By Matt Lister Nov 25, 2025 5 min read

Electric Vans

3.5 to 4.25 tonne electric vans to shift onto normal MOT rules under new government plan

The government will move 3.5 to 4.25-tonne electric vans into the Class 7 MOT system, easing HGV-style rules and signalling wider reforms on drivers’ hours and tachographs.

By Matt Lister Nov 25, 2025 2 min read

Electric Cars

Jeep Recon: 2026 model goes electric with 650hp and a proper open-air party trick

Jeep unveils the 2026 fully electric Recon SUV with 650hp, 250-mile range, removable doors and real off-road hardware. A new EV built for trails, adventure and open-air driving.

By Matt Lister Nov 24, 2025 4 min read

Electric Vans

New Renault Trafic E-Tech electric van: Brings 450 km range and 800V tech to the medium van class

Renault has unveiled the new Trafic Van E Tech electric with up to 450 km range, 800V fast charging, strong payloads and a software-defined interior. Deliveries begin in 2026.

By Matt Lister Nov 24, 2025 7 min read

Electric Cars

New Nissan LEAF launches: Built in Britain with 386-mile range, and starting at £32,249

New Nissan Leaf launches in the UK from £32,249 with the £3,750 EV grant, offering up to 386 miles of range, 150kW rapid charging and British production in Sunderland.

By Matt Lister Nov 24, 2025 4 min read