Electric cars

Electric cars are growing in popularity. No wonder: the best are quiet, cheap to run and smooth to drive. But which are the bright sparks to consider – and which are the loose connections?

Lexus RZ long-term review

How does Lexus's four-wheel-drive electric SUV cut it as a commuter car and a countryside companion..

Chris Haining, Sat Apr 20 2024

Electric car servicing: are local garages ready for EVs?

We examine the challenges for independent garages when it comes to servicing EVs, and what's being d..

Claire Evans, Fri May 03 2024

New Mini Aceman gets electric power and 253-mile range

All-new Mini Aceman electric SUV fits neatly in between the Cooper and Countryman, and should be com..

Darren Moss, Wed Apr 24 2024

New Volkswagen ID 7 vs Tesla Model 3

As Volkswagen's new electric flagship, the ID 7 has a lot to prove. Let's see whether its talents ru..

Neil Winn, Sun Apr 21 2024

Real MPG: the cars that beat official fuel economy figures

Official fuel economy figures are closer to reality than ever according to What Car?'s unique Real M..

Alasdair Rodden, Sat Mar 23 2024

Inaccuracy of official EV range figures exposed

What Car? winter range test highlights the gulf between official electric car figures and the distan..

Steve Huntingford, Tue Mar 12 2024

Range test: How far can electric cars go in winter?

In cold weather, electric car ranges are significantly shorter than when it's warm. To find out what..

Will Nightingale, Thu Mar 07 2024

What is regenerative braking and how does it work?

Regenerative braking allows electric cars to make use of braking energy that would otherwise be wast..

George Hill, Fri Feb 23 2024

5 ways the Nissan Juke Hybrid amps-up hybrid driving

Dynamic performance, improved fuel efficiency* and safety enhancing features are just a few of the w..

What Car? Promotion, Tue Feb 06 2024

Dacia Spring electric car review – prices, specs and review

The new Dacia Spring is officially the UK's cheapest car. We’ve already had a preview of the new 202..

George Hill, Wed Feb 21 2024

Real MPG: most economical diesel cars - and the least

Diesel cars might not be fashionable, but if you do big miles and want small fuel bills they still m..

Stuart Milne, Wed Apr 24 2019

Tesla Model 2: £25k electric hatch coming in 2025

New cheap Tesla hatchback will have a long range and a minimalist interior

Darren Moss, Sat Feb 17 2024

2024 Citroën e-C3 electric car previewed

New Citroën e-C3 brings rugged looks, a 199-mile official range and an affordable price tag to the s..

George Hill, Sat Feb 17 2024

Can I charge an electric car for free?

If you’re prepared to track them down, there are still chargers that will let you top up your electr..

Stuart Milne, Wed Feb 14 2024

5 things our readers love about the Nissan X-Trail e-POWER

Rugged, cosseting and electrified – this is what our readers think of the Nissan’s biggest family SU..

What Car? Promotion, Tue Feb 06 2024

5 things our readers love about the Nissan Qashqai e-POWER

Spacious; smooth; stylish – just a few of the things our readers adore about this electrified SUV

What Car? Promotion, Tue Jan 09 2024

2024 Polestar 4 revealed

New Polestar 4 electric SUV-Coupé offers a long range and rapid performance

Darren Moss, Wed Jan 31 2024

Nissan e-POWER: our readers give their first impressions

Nissan’s innovative e-POWER technology could be your perfect stepping stone to all-electric driving..

What Car? Promotion, Fri Jan 26 2024

How the Skoda Enyaq vRS adds more spark to electric driving

The Skoda Enyaq vRS has been updated to offer even more performance, even more range and even faster..