Used electric car market at a tipping point
The used electric car market in the UK grew by nearly a third in the first quarter of the year. This follows a 45% increase in 2025 and means the […]
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Rise in new car sales driven by electric vehicle uptake
New car sales rose 11.4% in June to 213,166 units, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. Sales to private buyers was up 12.5%, […]
Electric vehicle adoption hindered by inconsistent pricing
The wide gap between list and sales price is slowing electric vehicle adoption among fleets. According to FleetCheck, vehicle manufacturers are having to heavily discount electric vehicles to meet sales […]
Electric vehicle battery certificates key to consumer trust
Volteras has reported that its electric vehicle battery certificates improve interest and trust in used models. It carried out a six-month on trial using Tesla Model 3s and reported positive […]
Electric vehicle repair costs 19% higher than ICE models
New research from accident repair specialist AX has shown that electric vehicle repair costs and times are still greater than petrol and diesel models. Its Repair Index found that repair […]
Electrics drive rise in new car sales in Europe
New car sales have risen four per cent in Europe in the first five months of the year. According to the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association there were 1,065,071 new cars […]
Two thirds of drivers will not buy an electric car
New research has revealed that the number of drivers who plan to buy an electric car has actually fallen in the last two years. A study by Quotezone revealed that […]
Electrics dominate fastest-selling used cars list
The fastest-selling used cars so far in June are all electric models, according to the latest Indicata Market Watch report. It found that the most popular car in the UK […]
Used electric cars set sales pace on Auto Trader
Used electric cars have accounted for six of the 10 most popular models on the Auto Trader platform in June. The petrol hybrid MG ZS aged one to three years […]
Electric vehicle uptake still driven by environment
New research has revealed that environmental concerns remain the key driver for switching to an electric vehicle. High fuel prices have seen a surge in demand for electric vehicles, but […]
Electric vehicle sales surge could be short-term
Auto Trader has reported the surge in electric vehicle sales could stall if barriers to adoption are not removed. Electric vehicles have been the most popular fuel type on the […]
LKQ Academy enhances electric vehicle and ADAS training
LKQ Academy and Valeo Service UK have announced a new partnership to deliver electric vehicle and ADAS training to workshops. The collaboration aims to equip technicians with the skills to […]