Car News - Driving ZEV

Renault Filante covers 1,000km at motorway speed on a single charge

The purpose-built demonstrator used an 87kWh battery - the same size as the Scenic E-Tech - to travel 1,008km at an average of 102km/h, consuming just 7.8kWh per 100km. Renault says the findings will inform future production EVs.

By Matt Lister Jan 10, 2026 2 min read

Electric Cars

Volkswagen begins public-road testing of steering-wheel-less autonomous research vehicle in Wolfsburg

Volkswagen has started public-road testing of its steering-wheel-less Gen.Urban autonomous research vehicle in Wolfsburg, with trials focused on passenger experience rather than deployment.

By Matt Lister Dec 16, 2025 2 min read

Electric Cars

BMW opens direct battery recycling centre in Bavaria to reuse EV cell materials

BMW has opened a new battery recycling centre in Bavaria using a direct mechanical process to recover EV battery cell materials for reuse in production.

By Matt Lister Dec 16, 2025 2 min read

Policy News

Conservatives pledge to scrap petrol and diesel car ban if they return to power

The Conservative Party says it would scrap the UK’s 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel cars and remove the ZEV mandate if it wins the next general election.

By Matt Lister Dec 15, 2025 2 min read

Car News

Mercedes opens UK orders for its new electric CLA “Shooting Brake” estate

Mercedes has opened UK orders for the new electric CLA “Shooting Brake” estate. Prices start at £47,750 and range reaches up to 469 miles WLTP, giving the UK a rare long-distance compact EV estate.

By Matt Lister Dec 1, 2025 5 min read

Car News

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

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 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 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 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