14 h. ago Report finds ‘little evidence’ electric car grants are boosting sales

The new EV market share of models eligible for the grant in September was unchanged from between April and June.

Politics

17 h. ago New Motability Scheme update for disabled people considering an Electric Vehicle for their next car

Around 815,000 people across Great Britain are now leasing a vehicle or equipment through the Motability Scheme.

Politics

17 h. ago List price confusion hides the truth about electric car costs, say experts

RRP comparisons risk misleading drivers as new evidence shows EVs are already at cost parity with petrol

Economics

18 h. ago Tesla Model Y Performance review: The best Tesla yet is an SUV supercar slayer

Tesla’s new top model gets a hot makeover that not only makes it more fun to drive, but also makes it more comfortable and better built

Politics

34 h. ago Citroen C5 Aircross review: A comfort king with mighty range

Citroen’s new flagship SUV offers dream-like ride quality, decent tech and a cavernous interior for not that much money

Politics

64 h. ago West Lothian receives £500,000 to install new electric car charging points

The scheme will help develop a network of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the county and southern Scotland.

Economics

64 h. ago Citroen C5 Aircross review: A comfort king with a 422 mile range

Citroen’s new flagship SUV offers dream-like ride quality, decent tech and a cavernous interior for not that much money

Politics

65 h. ago M5 delays after lorry transporting electric cars catches fire

There are delays of 30 minutes after a lorry fire on the M5

Events

67 h. ago M5 LIVE: Huge traffic queues with truck 'fully on fire' as motorway closed

A car transporter carrying electric vehicles has burst into flames on the M5 with the motorway closed in both directions between J28 (Cullompton) and J29 (Exeter) due to the HGV fire

Events

4 d. ago Jezebels, race kink and Cardi B: in One Battle After Another, Black women are still stereotypes

With its hyper-sexualised Black female revolutionary and fetishised depiction of interracial relationships, Paul Thomas Anderson’s much-lauded latest raises questions about how white male directors depict Black womenIt’s hard to watch One Battle After Another in the days following the death of fugitive Black liberation activist, Assata Shakur, and not have some questions about how white male film-makers depict revolutionary Black women on screen. Many words have already been written about the good in Paul Thomas Anderson’s latest film – some say “masterpiece” – including a five-star review in the Guardian. The electrifying pace of the action; that instant-classic car chase sequence and Benicio del Toro’s heroically chill Sensei Sergio, have all been justly praised. So let’s take this as read.But if a film is worth seeing, then it’s worth taking seriously and in this case that involves asking: dear, revered PTA, what is up with you and Black women? We know Anderson is careful and del...

Events

4 d. ago Electric car 'myths' around range anxiety and high vehicle price is putting drivers off

Drivers are being put off the idea of owning an EV because of 'myths' about range anxiety, high vehicle prices and steep charging costs, according to a new report.

Transport

5 d. ago Electric car ‘myths’ are putting drivers off from making the switch – survey

Chargepoint supplier char.gy, which commissioned the research, said electric vehicles (EVs) are ‘rapidly outpacing’ traditionally-fuelled models.

Transport

7 d. ago Will this help slash new EV costs in the future? Stellantis develops new battery said to be lighter and more efficient

Stellantis has developed a new integrated battery system for its electric cars which the car giant claims will make them cheaper for customers to buy.

Science

9 d. ago Drivers sent DVLA letter demanding £195 as they face significant rule change

A driver has been left perplexed after receiving a letter demanding he pays 195 in car tax, despite owning an electric vehicle that is supposed to be exempt from the charge

Economics

1 week ago Electric vehicle becomes world's fastest car after reaching mind

An electric car produced by Yangwang, owned by BYD, has become the first production car to exceed 305mph in Germany, beating the fearsome Bugatti Chiron

Science

1 week ago Abarth 500e review: the electric hot hatch that’s still gloriously unhinged

A turbo’s gone, a battery’s in, but the Abarth 500e still feels like a mischievous little hooligan. Here’s how it holds up on the road

Science

2 w. ago VW warns that Porsche EV delay will put €5.1bn dent in profits

Sports-car maker said it would scrap the planned release of all-electric Cayenne

Events

2 w. ago E.ON Next and The Independent’s EV Price Index reveals electric car prices down by 7.7 per cent

New research shows UK EV prices down by £3,750 over a year, while choice increased by 25 per cent

Politics

2 w. ago The Geely EX5 electric SUV arrives in the UK, starting at £31,990

With a range of 267 miles, the EX5 is set to rival mid-sized SUVs like the Skoda Enyaq and Hyundai Ioniq 5

Economics

2 w. ago Moment car thief uses electronic gadget to steal motor while owner sleeps

CCTV footage captured Kabir Ahmed, 35, using a key emulator to unlock a vehicle parked outside a home in Brockley, southeast London, on July 10 last year.

Events