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A brief history of electric cars: when were electric cars invented?

07 December 2021 | Aimee Tweedale

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The future is electric: top 5 electric car trends and new EVs to watch out for

09 September 2021 | Aimee Tweedale

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Top 10 hybrid cars for every type of driver

13 August 2021 | Celia Topping

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EV Stories: how test driving EVs helped me choose the right electric car for me and my family

17 June 2021 | Michelle Little and Celia Topping

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A brief history of electric cars: when were electric cars invented?

07 December 2021 | Aimee Tweedale

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The future is electric: top 5 electric car trends and new EVs to watch out for

09 September 2021 | Aimee Tweedale

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Top 10 hybrid cars for every type of driver

13 August 2021 | Celia Topping

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EV Stories: how test driving EVs helped me choose the right electric car for me and my family

17 June 2021 | Michelle Little and Celia Topping

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Electric cars: my first time behind the wheel

14 April 2021 | Jayne Wade

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Introducing OVO Drive Anytime: a unique EV energy plan that saves you money

26 January 2021 | Celia Topping

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Got an electric vehicle? Here’s why you need a smart charger

08 June 2020 | OVO Energy

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What's stopping the 'electric vehicle revolution'?

20 September 2017 | OVO Energy

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6 things that only EV owners understand

11 September 2017 | OVO Energy

Guides

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Advantages of electric cars: why and how they're worth it

10 January 2022 | Stephen Marcus

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Government electric car grants and incentives

10 January 2022 | Stephen Marcus

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Running costs of EVs: How much it costs to buy, charge and run an electric car

10 January 2022 | Celia Topping

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How much does it cost to charge an electric car?

16 December 2021 | OVO Energy

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Advantages of electric cars: why and how they're worth it

10 January 2022 | Stephen Marcus

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Government electric car grants and incentives

10 January 2022 | Stephen Marcus

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Running costs of EVs: How much it costs to buy, charge and run an electric car

10 January 2022 | Celia Topping

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How much does it cost to charge an electric car?

16 December 2021 | OVO Energy

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A guide to electric car leasing: is it right for you?

15 December 2021 | Celia Topping

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A guide to electric car home charging and charger installation

14 December 2021 | Aimee Tweedale

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Electric car range: longest range electric cars in 2021

10 December 2021 | Aimee Tweedale

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How to charge an electric car: everything you need to know

09 December 2021 | Celia Topping

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The OLEV Grant: what it is, how much you can get, and how to claim it

22 October 2021 | Celia Topping

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A guide to hybrid cars and how they work

10 September 2021 | Celia Topping

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How do electric cars work? Everything you need to know before getting behind the wheel

26 August 2021 | Aimee Tweedale

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Top 10 cheapest electric cars to buy for every type of driver

27 July 2021 | Celia Topping

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Are electric cars really better for the environment than petrol or diesel?

15 June 2021 | Celia Topping

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The ultimate guide to electric vans: benefits, costs, charging, and much more

03 June 2021 | Matt Mostyn

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Electric car insurance: are EVs more expensive to insure?

12 May 2021 | Aimee Tweedale

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EV charger types: plugs, connectors and speeds explained

03 May 2021 | Matt Mostyn

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Thinking of buying an EV? Top things you need to consider

31 March 2021 | Celia Topping

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Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) explained: What it is and how it works

16 February 2021 | Celia Topping

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Your complete guide to EV charging speeds: slow, fast, and rapid charging explained

19 January 2021 | Matt Mostyn

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Electric car charging time: how fast can an electric car charge?

09 December 2020 | Aimee Tweedale

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A guide to your electric car battery: costs, types and lifecycle

04 December 2020 | Celia Topping

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How much does it cost to charge an electric car at home, work and on the go?

27 November 2020 | Celia Topping

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Electric vs Hybrid vs Petrol: What’s the right car for you?

20 November 2020 | Matt Mostyn

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Smart EV charging: How it works and why you need a smart EV charger

17 November 2020 | Aimee Tweedale

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What is urban charging and why can it be a problem for electric vehicle owners?

30 January 2018 | OVO Energy