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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.

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A guide to Charging your EV at Home

Discover the ins and outs of charging your electric car at home, including costs and the best practices. Check out this expert guide for all the details!

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The difference between leasing, subscribing and buying an electric car.

When you're looking for a new car, especially an electric one, the terminology can be overwhelming. Switching from petrol or diesel to electric adds another layer of complexity. There are three main ways to get your hands on a vehicle: leasing, subscribing, or buying. While most people are familiar with the last option, let's break down the basics.

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Electric cars coming in 2024 🚀

As we approach the end of 2023 and the start of 2024, we want to compile the most exciting cars due to be released in that time period. Technology is rapidly advancing.

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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.

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How to optimise your electric car range

This article will alleviate range anxiety fears by offering future and existing electric car drivers methods to increase the range of their cars and ensure you are never without charge.

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Why the future of transport is electric

Recently, the world of transportation has experienced the start of the electric revolution. Sparked by concerns of poor air quality, climate change and the need for sustainable solutions, the demand for electric cars has gained momentum.

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BMW i4 and iX - The Electric Car Scheme Review

This blog post compares two of BMW's most popular electric vehicles: the BMW i4 and the BMW iX. Both cars offer great features and performance. We will review their differences and similarities.

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Polestar 3 - a combination of luxury, sport and practicality

Last Tuesday, The Electric Car Scheme team were invited to visit Polestar at their Head Office in Bicester, to see Polestar 3 which is due to be released at the end of this year. In this blog we talk about what we learnt and how you can get a Polestar 3 with salary sacrifice

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Will electric vehicles be cheaper in the future? 🤔

Electric cars are expensive, mainly due to the constant advancements in technologies, but there are some low cost cars around now - with more on the way. Two of the cheapest EVs to salary sacrifice are the Fiat 500 Electric and the Renault Zoe.

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Are electric cars really better for the environment? 🍃

Since 2021, electric cars have had an impressive year-on-year increase of around 80%! So, with more people making the switch to an all-electric alternative to petrol and diesel cars, you may be wondering…

Are electric cars really greener?

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