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Electric cars buyers guide

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That’s why the government has banned the sale of petrol and diesel cars from 2030. One of the big concerns we encounter when people are considering switching to an electric vehicle (EV) , is that they think it’s going to be much more expensive than a petrol or diesel car. Porsche Taycan 4S. In a word, yes. Volkswagen ID.3.

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How does leasing an electric car work?

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When you lease a car, a finance company effectively buys it from the manufacturer and leases it to you for the duration of your contract. This is in contrast to petrol and diesel cars, which will have progressively lower resale values as we move towards 2030 when new sales will be banned. How does leasing work? Availability issues.

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New EV electric car calendar

EV Central

5 million government grant was awarded in the 2020/2021 budget to help set up Adelaide-based manufacturing facilities. Audi e-Tron GT – the BEV guts of the regular e-Tron (also shared with Porsche’s Taycan) in a coupe-inspired four-door body. Look out Porsche Macan! Audi RS e-Tron GT. 2020 Ford Mustang Mach-E.

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What Are The Benefits of Driving an Electric Car?

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The RAC Foundation reports it currently costs – on average – around £80 to fill up a vehicle with petrol or diesel (based on a 55 litre fuel tank). It’s more expensive to fill up with petrol once, than it is to charge an electric car eight times. Have a look at our Porsche Taycan , madam. Apples to oranges.