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T&E study: EVs can be cheaper for Uber drivers to run than latest diesels in many European capitals

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Electric cars are becoming an attractive business proposition for high-mileage vehicle operators such as ride-sharer Uber in key EU capitals such as Paris, Berlin, Madrid and Lisbon, a new study by research and campaign group Transport & Environment (T&E) has found. This is a win-win-win situation for drivers, citizens and the planet.

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Congestion charge and electric vehicles: Everything you need to know

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You only have to look to the London Congestion Charge for proof of that. What is the London Congestion Charge? The London Congestion Charge was first introduced in 2003. It applies to most vehicles entering central London and is clearly signposted by a large letter ā€˜Cā€™ within a red circle.

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Opinion: Reinventing fuel-based power for a more secure and resilient grid

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They not only afford us some of the cheapest energy we can produce but also a route to the low-carbon power necessary to achieving global decarbonization targets. However, wind and solar generation is location specific, and it is not as simple as transmitting wind power from Scotland to power homes in London. Earlier post.).

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Insight the top hybrid performer

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Honda Insight customers also have the benefit of high residual values of 44 per cent as well as exemption from the London Congestion Charge. Meanwhile company car drivers and businesses can also capitalise on low benefit-in-kind tax and reduced national insurance payments.

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How Do EVs Compare To Gas Cars?

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Are EVs as affordable as gasoline cars? However, EVs are now much cheaper to buy and usually more affordable in the long-run. To put things into perspective, this means you could easily go from Brussels to Paris (316 km) or from London to Liverpool (350 km) without any stops for charging.

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Electric cars buyers guide

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Are electric cars better for the environment? Most new models offer a ā€˜real-worldā€™ range of more than 150 miles, including affordable cars like the Skoda Citigo-e city car, the Hyundai IONIQ hatchback and the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense compact SUV. Here we answer some of the key questions youā€™re likely to have. In a word, yes.