ElectricDrives

ElectricDrives serves as a hub for both business and consumer news related to electric vehicles. We deliver stories in an engaging and straightforward manner, aiming to assist our audience on their journey towards electric and sustainable transportation.

Consumer

English

Online/Digital

Outlet metrics

Domain Authority

Ranking

Global

#1246702

United Kingdom

#155031

Vehicles/Makes and Models

#458

Traffic sources

Monthly visitors

Articles

The UK surpasses 100,000 public EV chargers - Are we on track for 2030?

1 day ago | electricdrives.tv | John Hills

UK reaches 100,000 public EV chargers, with rapid growth and strong momentum toward the 2030 goal of 300,000. Local projects lead the way, including Suffolk’s plan to install 6,000 on-street chargers and LEVI funding support across regions. InstaVolt’s Winchester Superhub showcases the future of EV charging, with ultra-rapid chargers, solar power, battery storage, and lower off-peak rates.
US fast charging industry enters new “Charging 2.0” era, Paren report reveals

2 days ago | electricdrives.tv | John Hills

The US fast charging sector is transitioning to “Charging 2.0,” emphasising reliability, customer experience, and larger stations. Non-Tesla networks show improved reliability, the number of ports per station is increasing, and Tesla’s NACS grows. State initiatives like Illinois’ promote growth, while federal uncertainties, such as the NEVI program halt, create disparities.
Charging while you chill: How Atlante’s destination charging is transforming France

2 days ago | electricdrives.tv | John Hills

Destination charging is expanding across France and Europe, letting drivers recharge at restaurants, shops, and other everyday locations. Atlante leads this shift by installing fast, green-powered chargers at popular destinations like Del Arte restaurants in France. Through the Spark Alliance, Atlante helps create Europe’s largest EV charging network with fast, accessible, cross-border charging.
Illinois sets the pace for EV growth in the US with powerful incentives

3 days ago | electricdrives.tv | John Hills

Illinois leads US EV growth with a 50% increase in EV registrations in Q1 2025, outperforming the national average. Strong incentives drive adoption as Illinois offers up to $4,000 for EVs, $1,500 for motorcycles, and rebates for commercial vehicles. Infrastructure expansion is underway with Blink Charging securing a $2 million grant to add 15 new charging stations across Illinois. EVs are gaining momentum across the US, but Illinois is pulling ahead of the pack.
Will increased transparency end battery anxiety and unlock the used electric vehicle market?

3 days ago | electricdrives.tv | John Hills

Polestar now includes battery health certificates with every used electric vehicle to boost trust and ease buyer concerns. 75% of UK drivers worry about used EVs, mainly due to battery condition, despite promising lifespan research. Polestar and Volvo increase transparency through battery checks, warranties, OTA updates, and Volvo’s new battery passport initiative.
EVs are more reliable than ICE cars, new ADAC statistics prove

1 week ago | electricdrives.tv | Theo Binns

Statistics compiled by German automotive association and breakdown providers, ADAC, shows that electric cars are on the whole more reliable than their fossil-fuelled counterparts, based off its own statistics on roadside recoveries. The chance of breaking down in an EV is less than half that of an ICE vehicle, according to these fresh figures.
InstaVolt further upgrades the Winchester ‘charging hub of the future’ with even lower costs

1 week ago | electricdrives.tv | John Hills

InstaVolt cuts charging rate to 65p/kWh at its new Winchester Superhub, with 50p/kWh off-peak via the free app. Site features 44 ultra-rapid chargers, solar panels, battery storage, and additional facilities. Green tech reduces grid use, lowers costs, and supports InstaVolt’s push for affordable, sustainable EV charging. InstaVolt has announced a new lower charging rate at its flagship site in Winchester.
Clean air zones helping to drive electric van adoption, data shows

1 week ago | electricdrives.tv | Theo Binns

Insights compiled by Leasing.com show that the UK’s area-specific Low Emission Zones (LEZs) and Clean Air Zones (CAZs) are seeing stronger levels of fully-electric van adoption, as businesses move to avoid costly charges to access these areas in non-compliant vehicles. The UK’s South East, which includes clean air zones such as Oxford and Portsmouth, has emerged as an electric van hotspot in the country, with over 31,700 electric vans already registered across the region.
Planning an Easter road trip? GRIDSERVE shares the best times to charge across the UK this bank holiday weekend

1 week ago | electricdrives.tv | John Hills

Prepare for your Easter road trip: The busiest charging times are between 11am and 1pm, while early mornings or evenings are much quieter. GRIDSERVE has expanded its network with over 50 new bays and now operates more than 1,400 across 190 locations. Drivers can get help from on-site attendants, use 24/7 support, and manage charging easily through the GRIDSERVE app. . With more EVs on the road than ever, GRIDSERVE has shared key tips to help electric drivers avoid long waits at charging stations.
EVs dominate in the 2025 World Car Awards

1 week ago | electricdrives.tv | Theo Binns

After the winners of the 2025 World Car Awards were revealed at this year’s New York International Auto Show, it’s clear that electric cars continue to dominate in such awards ceremonies. The most prestigious ‘World Car of the Year’ award went to Kia’s fully-electric EV3 small SUV, and marks the fourth consecutive year that this specific award has been granted to a fully-electric car. Other EVs taking home awards included the Hyundai Inster, BYD Seagull, Volkswagen ID. BUZZ, and Volvo EX90.