InstaVolt Rapid Chargers at McDonald’s

The Tesla supercharging destinations open to all

Earlier this year Tesla opened up 15 of its UK supercharging network destinations to non-Tesla vehicles.  These offer DC charging at rapid and ultra-rapid rates (150 or 250 kWh) through CCS.  EV Expert Lewis went to investigate with a VW ID.4 which can charge at 125kWh at our “local” in Wokingham (RG41 5DG).  Here’s our top tips and findings. You… Continue reading.

ULEZ expansion – will you need to change your car?

The London Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) is expanding to include all London boroughs from 29 August 2023. ULEZ operates 24 hours a day, every day of the year, except Christmas Day.  If you drive a vehicle that doesn’t meet the emissions standards inside the ULEZ, the daily charge is £12.50. This includes residents of the ULEZ unless you leave your… Continue reading.

Grants for small and medium-sized businesses switching to EVs

A number of grants and incentives are available for businesses switching to EVs and we have been taking a look at where and how to access these. The Greener Futures Team at Surrey County Council are helping businesses apply for non-repayable grants from the Low Carbon Across the South and East (LoCASE) programme.  Their aim is to help businesses become… Continue reading.

How big is an EV boot and will my golf clubs/dog fit?

Last week we had a lot of fun deep diving into bootspaces with the help of our canine friends, Ruby and Marley, and with equipment provided by our golf expert neighbours on the A3 in Guildford, American Golf.  The aim was for us to really understand what our EVs offer in terms of space, comfort and ease of access for… Continue reading.

10 out of 10 dogs prefer electric cars!

A first-of-its-kind study examining the well-being of dogs in electric cars has been conducted by Dr. Daniel Mills, Professor of Veterinary Behavioral Medicine at the University of Lincoln, in collaboration with CarGurus.  The study finds that dogs are more relaxed in EVs than in diesel-powered cars, something that we have heard from quite a few of our dog-owning customers. The… Continue reading.

Income Tax benefits of electric company cars remain

The Government confirmed yesterday that reduced benefit in kind rates will continue for electric car owners who purchase their cars through their business or employer.  This is great news and could help company car drivers and business owners reduce their emissions, their reliance on fossil fuels and their income tax charges by switching to electric. The benefit in kind (BIK)… Continue reading.

Update on road tax arrangements for EVs

The Government announced yesterday that road tax (vehicle excise duty) exemptions for electric, hybrid and alternative fuel cars and the Band A rate for older petrol and diesel cars will come to an end in 2025.  This means that most cars that currently qualify for free road tax will have to start paying from April 2025, including electric cars.  Our… Continue reading.

InstaVolt Rapid Chargers at McDonald’s

McDonald’s, in partnership with InstaVolt, are installing EV rapid charge points in all new Drive-Thru restaurants and across its existing estate where possible. McDonald’s ambition is to create a new nationwide charging network to support increasing demand for EVs, which marks a huge stride forward for EV charging infrastructure. InstaVolt’s new rapid charging points are capable of charging at 125kW… Continue reading.