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No, EVs are typically cheaper to run than petrol/diesel cars:

Fuel savings: Electricity is cheaper than petrol/diesel per mile.
Maintenance savings: EVs have fewer moving parts, so there’s less wear and tear (e.g., no oil changes or timing belts).
Tax savings: Lower road tax and company car tax rates.


While EVs have a higher purchase price, lower running costs often make up for this over time.

EVs can sometimes be more expensive to insure than petrol or diesel cars because:

  • Repairs (especially for batteries) are costlier.
  • Fewer garages specialize in EV repairs.
    However, insurance prices are dropping as EVs become more common. Shop around for deals tailored to EVs.

UK EV incentives include:

  • Government grants: Up to £2,500 for new EVs (on models under £35,000).
  • Reduced road tax: EVs are exempt from Vehicle Excise Duty (VED).
  • Congestion zone exemptions: No charges for driving in ULEZ or Congestion Charge zones.
  • Workplace Charging Scheme: Grants to install chargers at workplaces.
  • Home Charge Grant: Up to £350 off home charger installation (specific conditions apply)

Yes, EVs are considered very safe. They undergo the same rigorous safety tests as petrol or diesel cars and often receive high safety ratings.

  • Many EVs include advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), such as automatic emergency braking and lane-keeping assist.
  • EV batteries are designed to handle impacts safely and include protective cooling systems.
  • Fire risks exist (as with any vehicle), but EV fires are less common than petrol car fires.
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The cost to charge an electric vehicle (EV) depends on factors like electricity rates, the size of your car's battery, and whether you charge at home or at a public station.

At home: Charging typically costs £0.15-£0.35 per kWh. For example, charging a 60 kWh battery (common in EVs) at £0.25/kWh would cost £15 for a full charge.
Public charging: Rapid chargers can cost £0.40-£0.80 per kWh, meaning the same 60 kWh battery could cost £24-£48 to fully charge.

You can charge your EV:

At home: If you have a driveway, you can install a home charging point.
Public charging stations: These are found in supermarkets, service stations, car parks, and EV-specific charging networks (e.g., Shell Recharge and Tesla Supercharger).
Workplace charging: Many companies now offer EV charging points for employees.


Apps like Zap-Map or PlugShare can help you locate charging points near you.

The range varies by model:

Small EVs (e.g., Nissan Leaf): ~150-200 miles per charge.
Mid-range EVs (e.g., Tesla Model 3): ~250-350 miles per charge.
Premium EVs (e.g., Lucid Air): ~400-500 miles per charge.


External factors like driving style, weather, and load can impact range.
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