Can I run an EV charging cable across the pavement?

I live in a quiet residential area and can nearly always park at the kerbside on the street immediately outside my front gate. What are the laws regarding running a cable from an EV charger on the wall...

What is the maximum length of an EV charging cable?

Whats the maximum length for a EV charging cable? My parking space is approximately 40 metres from my house.

Does a Kia Sportage Hybrid use the engine to charge the battery?

I have just been told by a Kia mechanic at our local Kia dealer that my Sportage GT line S self charging HEV only ever is powered by the electric motor and that the engine only charges the battery. This...

My Toyota Yaris hybrid battery goes flat, does this affect other hybrids?

The battery on our Yaris hybrid tends to go to near flat if left for more than two - three days. I understand that this a common hybrid problem due to very small battery. Are there any self charging...

Is it cheaper to charge a PHEV at a commercial charge point or using the petrol engine?

I own a Ford Kuga Titanium PHEV. Is it cheaper to charge the battery at a commercial charge point or by charging it using the petrol engine?

Would a plug-in hybrid make sense for me?

Are plug in hybrids worth having? We live in a village and frequently do 20 to 30 miles to access facilities, so would need regular charging unless we just revert to the petrol engine.

My EV gives an indicated range that is less than the claimed maximum, should I be concerned?

I have just bought a Kia Soul EV 2021 with a stated max range of 280 miles. I have done several long journeys and charged to 100% (normally charge to 80% when using it locally) When at 100% it gives approx...

How often do hybrid cars need recharging?

How often does the battery in a hybrid car need charging? I'm thinking of a Kia Niro and I do on average about 200 miles a week.

Is it cheaper to charge a PHEV or run it on petrol?

Now that we have a £2,500 energy price guarantee will it still be cheaper to charge up my plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) or will it be cheaper to buy petrol?

Can I get a grant to install a home EV charger?

I have just ordered a Kia Niro PHEV - my third Niro - a great car. My intention is to use the 13amp lead provided. Most of my journeys are local so would this method be sufficient or should I consider...