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Solar Panels & Electric Cars: The Ultimate Guide To Sustainable Driving
Solar panels and EVs: a powerful sustainable duo. Explore integrated solar EVs, home charging, and more in this article.
What Does The Future Hold For EVs?
Electric vehicles' UK future: charging innovations, policy shifts, and the evolving EV landscape from 2025 onwards.
What Happens to Old EV Batteries? From Vehicle to Second Life Uses
Explore the sustainable afterlife of EV batteries, from energy storage solutions to innovative recycling technologies.
Electric Cars vs Petrol Cars: Complete Cost Comparison Guide For 2025
Compare the real costs of electric vs petrol cars in 2025: purchase price, running costs, and long-term savings explained with actual UK figures.
Electric Vehicle Adoption Rates & Market Insights
From rapid EV uptake to expanding charging networks, uncover the latest trends. Expert analysis and market predictions are included here!
Green Initiatives: Why They Matter for British Drivers and Businesses in 2025
See how green initiatives are transforming British transport and business in 2025.
Driving Sustainability: Why Investing In Green Benefits Matters For Businesses
Discover how sustainable benefits like EV schemes can boost employee morale, attract top talent, and support your business’s green goals. Learn more today!
Should I Switch To An Electric Car?
Is an electric car right for you? Explore costs, charging, and how to decide whether switching to an EV is worth it.
Zero Emissions Day 2024: What is it? And how to take part.
Zero Emissions Day is on the 21st September. Looking after the planet is an important part of why we do what we do at The Electric Car Scheme. So we're sharing more on what Zero Emissions Day is and how to take part.
Labour to Reinstate 2030 Petrol and Diesel Car Ban
Explore what the 2030 deadline means and its implications for UK companies supporting their employees on the path to Net Zero.
Revealed: The Top 4 Disadvantages of Electric Cars In The UK
In this blog, we take a close look at some common disadvantages of electric cars and explore how EV salary sacrifice can save you hundreds on the cost of a new EV.
Our guide to the Ultra Low Emission Zone
Since the ULEZ area has expanded, we thought it would be helpful to give you a brief overview of what it could mean for you and where you need to go for more information.
EV Myth Busting: The electricity for EV charging is bad for the environment
In this instalment of EV Myth Busting, we will be looking at where the electricity for EV charging comes from and how good it is for the environment. We will look at decarbonising the grid, carbon offsetting, and clean energy providers to choose from!
EV Myth Busting: Electric cars break down more than petrol cars
In this blog, we will aim to dispel the myth that electric cars break down more than petrol cars, explore where this has come from and explain how servicing and maintenance work with an electric car compared to petrol or diesel cars.
Milestone: UK surpasses one million electric cars sold
The UK achieved a significant milestone in January, marking the registration of its one-millionth electric vehicle! Dive into our latest blog to learn more.
The Electric Car Scheme is now B Corp Certified
We have exciting news to share - we are now a B Corp! It shows our commitment to being a force for good here at The Electric Car Scheme.
The UK’s Greenest Cities to work in
Wondering what the greenest citites in the UK are? Look no further, we have compiled a list of the most green and least green cities to work in.
The countries with the best EV uptake: why are some moving faster than others?
This post examines the rapid uptake of EVs worldwide, spotlighting effective government policies and societal factors influencing the pace of adoption.
What will happen to petrol cars after 2035?
While 2035 may seem distant, the deadline for manufacturers to cease sales of petrol and diesel cars, shifting exclusively to electric vehicles draws, nearer. In this post, we will be answering the question: what will happen to petrol cars after 2035? We will also consider what the future may look like and how people can make the transition as easy as possible.
What are the benefits of an electric car?
Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular with more drivers switching from petrol and diesel cars to a greener alternative. But there are other benefits to driving an electric car besides the environmental impact and reducing the high carbon emissions.