Can I reserve more than one vehicle?

Yes, you can reserve as many vehicles as you wish. You will have to pay the reservation fee for each vehicle you wish to reserve and if you cancel your reserve, you will be refunded minus the transaction fee.

How do I cancel my reservation?

To cancel your reservation, simply contact the dealership where the vehicle is located. You can find this information here . Just have to hand your reservation ID, name and vehicle registration you have reserved to help us identify you. Once processed, you will be refunded within 5-10 working days.

I’ve reserved a vehicle which is already reserved

We endeavour to keep our website as up-to-date as possible, but should a vehicle sell in the dealership at the same time as your reservation, we will make you aware of this as soon as possible and will discuss alternative vehicles that may be of interest. A full refund will be issued in this case.

How many electric vehicle categories are there?

There are five types of electric car: Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) Plug-in Hybrids (PHEVs) Mild Hybrids (MHEVs) Self-charging Hybrids (HEVs or FHEVs) Fuel-cell Electric Vehicle (FCEVs)

What is the range of a hybrid car?

The same factors — exact model, driving behaviours, battery size — that influence the range of an electric car will have a similar effect on a hybrid car. But, because a hybrid car also has an engine as well as an electric motor and battery, the electric-only driving range will always be significantly shorter than that of an EV. With a hybrid car you can never ‘run out’ as the engine is there to support (assuming you don’t run out of fuel too of course). Still, in hybrid cars, the battery range is usually more than enough to power the vehicle on shorter journeys. The BMW X5 has an all-electric range of up to 67 miles; the Range Rover Velar electric hybrid up to 40 miles.

What is the difference between HEV and PHEV?

The main difference between a Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) and a Hybrid (HEV) is that PHEVs need to be plugged in to charge their batteries to full capacity. They also have bigger batteries, meaning they can run on electric-only power for longer distances than Hybrids (HEVs).

How long does it take to charge an electric car?

The charging time of an electric car will depend on several factors, including the type of EV, the size of the battery, and the power of the charging point. For typical EVs with around 60kW batteries charging at a 150kW rapid charging station, you can expect to go from empty to full in around 30 minutes . When using a 7kW home charging point, you can get from empty to full in 7 hours, and 3 hours with a 22kW charging point.

How much does it cost to charge an electric car?

The cost of charging your electric vehicle will depend on home, work and public charging points. Charging at home is generally cheaper and influenced by your specific electricity tariff and the time of day you charge. Off-peak rates offer the best savings. Public charging costs vary widely based on the type of charger. Rapid and ultra-rapid chargers are more expensive due to their higher power delivery and convenience. Additionally, location and network providers can impact prices, with some networks offering membership discounts. For example, the charging costs for MINI Cooper E would be: Charging Method Cost per kWh Cost (0-100%) Home Charging (Price Cap as of 1st October 2024) 27.03p £11.00 Home Charging (Octopus EV) 7p £2.56 Public Charging 50p £18.30

How long does it take to charge an electric car?

The time to charge an electric car varies. It depends on temperature, the size of the battery, how empty it is and also the speed of the charging point. A typical electric car with a 60kWh battery takes approximately 8 hours to charge from empty-to-full using a 7kW charging point. Using a 50kW rapid charger, the battery can be topped up by 100 miles of range in approximately 35 minutes.

What if my electric car runs out of battery?

Similar to a petrol or diesel car, if you run out of battery, your car will stop and you will no longer be able to continue your journey until it has been charged. You might have heard the term “range anxiety” when people refer to the fear of running out of power in an electric car but you shouldn't be worried. Most electric cars go for over 200 miles, with some over 300 miles now and, at the time of writing, there are over 21,000 more public charging locations than there are petrol stations in the UK - you’ll also constantly get reminded of your remaining range along your journey. Many service stations include charge points, so in reality it's just like driving a petrol or diesel car, just if you do run out, you’ll need to be recovered to the nearest charging station instead of having a fuel canister to hand or delivered depending on your location. Some sat nav routes will automatically programme in charging stops so you'll know when you need to pull over to charge up.

Are electric cars more efficient?

Combustion cars are about 30% efficient with 70% of the energy in the fuel turning into heat or noise whereas electric cars are about 90% efficient. Based on a cost-per-mile basis, an electric car is much cheaper than a petrol or diesel alternative. Depending on which cars you compare and the cost of energy, an electric car’s running cost is between 10% and 20% that of the cost of running a combustion engine car. There are also significant tax advantages such as low or zero vehicle tax (most commonly known as road tax). If you own your own business you should speak to your accountant about write down allowances, low company car tax (BIK) and company National Insurance contributions compared to when using a combustion car.

Do electric cars need servicing?

Just like a regular car, an electric car needs servicing to ensure its safety and performance. Electric cars are often cheaper to service since they have less moving parts and do not require oil changes. However, service requirements such as a brake fluid change still need to be completed every 2 years. Book a Service