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An electric car, battery electric car, or all-electric car is an automobile that is propelled by one or more electric motors, using only energy stored in batteries. Compared to internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, electric cars are quieter, have no exhaust emissions, and lower emissions overall. In the United States and the European Union, as of 2020, the total cost of ownership of recent electric vehicles is cheaper than that of equivalent ICE cars, due to lower fueling and maintenance costs. Charging an electric car can be done at a variety of charging stations; these charging stations can be installed in both houses and public areas.Worldwide, 6.6 million plug-in electric cars were sold in 2021, more than doubling 2020 sales, and achieving a market share of 9% of the global new car market. All-electric cars represented 71% of plug-in car sales in 2021. As of December 2021, 16 million plug-in electric cars were on the world's roads. Many countries have established government incentives for plug-in electric vehicles, tax credits, subsidies, and other non-monetary incentives while several countries have legislated to phase-out sales of fossil fuel cars, to reduce air pollution and limit climate change.The Tesla Model 3 became the world's all-time best-selling electric car in early 2020, and in June 2021 became the first electric car to pass 1 million global sales. Together with other emerging automotive technologies such as autonomous driving, connected vehicles and shared mobility, electric cars form a future mobility vision called Autonomous, Connected, Electric and Shared (ACES) Mobility.
I realise that there are multiple ISmart threads.
But I had a specific problem.
Using the ISmart app I scheduled the car to charge during the night in order to utilise my British Gas Electric Car tariff.
The day before yesterday it charged ok.
But last night, it failed to charge.
This despite me...
I’m completely new to driving an electric car (just 48 hrs in) and am finding it a little overwhelming. Can anybody share their experience in terms of the best mode and regen settings please, I had it in eco mode earlier and setting 2 but the windows were fogging up and I was freezing, not sure...
Hi,Can anyone tell me if i can charge my solar battery and electric car at same time from the grid. If i can Would I still get to charge the car at 7kw or would it reduce because house battery is charging. Have a solis inverter with a 5kw puredrive batt, zappi being installed on Friday.
would...
When I got my car I just plugged in the granny lead and let it get on with it. I still haven't got a home charger or a variable tariff (although I'm thinking of going full solar/home battery later this year). I also started to take notice of my electricity consumption for the first time. One...
I think today was the first time someone said 'I like the electric car' without any qualifications or questions, which was nice!
Another more typical conversation over the Xmas holidays was along the lines of
nice car, it's electric is it? [something about charging]
me: well it's a long range...
Now there's a surprise (Links to BBC article)
I shall be writing to my MP.
" A target for the number of high-powered electric vehicle charge points near motorways has been missed, analysis from the RAC shows.
The government wanted every motorway service station in England to have at least six...
So far I've been lucky at public chargers and I've never been soaked. I figure though that it's only a matter of time.
I don't fancy driving a long distance wearing full rainwear. On the other hand, you have to get out of the car to put on a jacket, and if the rain is heavy enough then you'll...
OK, we have had ours since towards the end of July.
Thought I'd give everyone my impressions so far.
First, about immediate impressions after seeing the car for the first time.
The red we chose is banging.
I love the way it looks, especially the back end.
I'm a bit anal about letters on...
Hello Everybody,
I have just recently ordered an MG4 Extended Range car with delivery scheduled for around the end of the year which means I am selling my 8-month-old MG ZS Trophy Connect Long Range which I have to say has been fine and is averaging around 4.0 miles per kWh here in Cornwall...
Folks, we have had serious rain this month. Are there any guidelines as to what depth of water it is safe to go through with an EV. Not sure how waterproof the battery compartment is? With an ICE you can go as deep as the air intake so long as you don't open the doors. No so sure with an EV...
Could the MG4 be described as a modern peoples car, the 1st mass produced electric car which is affordable (?) like a modern Ford Model T . As such would any one think of buying one to put into mothballs in a cossetted private garage to pass on to future generations as an investment and legacy...
Good morning Everyone, if you had been watching the news this morning they are saying 72% increase in Full Ev car insurance .
Supposedly due it costs 25% more to repair an EV ?
The garages are taking longer to recieve parts !!
EV's are 500kg heavier so cause more damage if involved in a car...
Ok what's all this about MG5 EV roof rails being for decoration only ???
If you sell an estate car with roof rails with the correct roof bar attachment profile the expectation is that they can carry a load !
Thought I'd share this as it looks really interesting.
What Really happens to used Electric Car Batteries? - (you might be surprised)
No excuses anymore!
Hi, I'm a newbie here. I've had a Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid for 6 months. It's a great car, but I wanted to get a fully electric car instead. I had a test drive in an MG4 and liked it, so I placed an order for an SE standard range. I spoke to the dealer today and he says it will be around 2...
I am currently charging my new car for the first time at a public Pod point. It has been on for just over 4hours at 22kW I think. I had to put some money onto my account so loaded £10. How much do you think it will charge if I disconnect soon. ??
Having been driving the ZS EV for a few months I was curious as to how I would feel when the MG4 finally arrived.
It came on Friday and was put to use for a 450 mile round trip over the weekend and I have to say on the whole I'm very pleased with it and here are some of my first impressions...
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