Electric vehicles

Fines for failing to meet CO₂ targets will only be levied in 2027 in recognition of slow EV take-up

At a Time of Climate Crisis: The US president has been making false and misleading claims on wind energy for nearly a decade

Musk-shame made me pause the day I completed my Tesla purchase. But any negativity I’ve felt since then is not based on genuine reaction to my car - it has more to do with my skewed social media bubble

Kia reveals its new EV4, an upcoming EV2 small crossover and an array of new all-electric commercial vehicles

Have your say: Sales of the electric car across Europe almost halved in January

Family crossover SUV may be entering a crowded market, but its pricing will help it stand out

Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questions

On electric vehicles, 44% of adults indicate no intention to switch in next five years, notes KPMG report

Latest disguised ‘Neue Klasse’ saloon is a pretty blatant hint at the next-gen electric M3

Concern to persist among motorists about switch to EVs in absence of comprehensive fast–charger network

If homeowners rent out charging points when they are not in use, it will take pressure off the network and make things easier for all

Prices have been on the rise for years, but recent spikes have pushed many mainstream models beyond the reach of average pockets

New hybrid SUV is neatly styled but lacks pizzazz. Dacia looms large in its mirrors

Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questions

Transport docs

The world’s richest man now holds huge sway over its most powerful leader — and the US government

There were a total of 22,484 new private cars registered in January overall, which represented an increase of 8%

Annual consumption predicted to rise 4% a year by 2027

Helen Westby is steering the premium brand on the bumpy road to electric cars, digital sales and new Chinese competitors

More new Chinese models to follow – there’s even a truck with a built-in personal helicopter in development

It makes no sense to put public money into a forest that is going to be blown down again in 10, 20 or 30 years' time

Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questions

New compact EV will be taking on the likes of Jeep Avenger, Opel Frontera and Renault Captur in the small SUV sector

The plan was to continue to drive my 10-year-old diesel until the wheels fell off, and ideally beyond. That day came sooner than I thought

Taxing second-hand combustion engine car imports would allow Government to subsidise EV sales

Awkward touchscreen lets it down but the new MG HS is a solid performer with impressive electric range

‘Cautious optimism’ about trajectory of market but industry calls for renewed focus on Government supports

Your electric vehicle questions answered: Helping to separate EV myths from facts

Our electricity grid is not robust enough to handle the storms that are coming our way

If this storm erodes public confidence in electrification, it could lead to backtracking

Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questions

New electric SUV plays all the right notes, but not necessarily in the right order

Pulling out of Paris Agreement was predictable theatre, but resulting temperature and emission rises will push Earth to dangerous tipping points

Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology is hailed as a panacea for concerns about electricity supply and flexibility, but can it be made to work?

Imagine landing down to some place in the country and being asked to move a car, only to have to admit you only drive automatic

Teresa Ribera says European Commission weighing up measure demanded by Germany

First residents of the car maker’s Woven City, near Tokyo, will move in this year. The company views it as an experiment and a start-up hothouse

Surprisingly good cars that are also the lowest-priced on the Irish market – and two are EVs

Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questions

The latest M5 adopts PHEV tech to deliver potent power and tax savings – this is something special