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Introducing the Hybrid Pence‑Per‑Mile Calculator
Understanding the true cost of running a hybrid shouldn’t be complicated — yet for years, drivers have relied on MPG figures that only tell part of the story. Hybrids blend electric and petrol power in ways that traditional fuel‑only metrics simply can’t capture,...
Why We Should Be Thinking in Pence‑Per‑Mile, Not MPG
For years, miles per gallon has been the go‑to measure of how “efficient” a vehicle is. It’s simple, familiar, and seen as a key metric for both manufacturers and buyers alike. But as the way we power our cars becomes more complicated and as fuel prices swing wildly...
BYD Sealion 5 DM-i Hybrid – My First 3 Days Behind the Wheel
I picked up the BYD Sealion 5 from BYD Grantham after a brief yet in-depth introduction to the new DM‑i hybrid system from their Sales Training Manager. The DM‑i hybrid system is a different take on hybrid tech compared to what most people in the UK are used to, and...
Government Considers “Hypermiling” Measures: Possible 50mph Speed Limit to Boost Fuel Savings Amid Supply Fears
The UK Government could be drawing up plans that could see drivers asked to slow down across Britain’s roads, as ministers prepare for what officials warn could be a serious fuel shortage within weeks. A summary of the National Emergency Plan for Fuel (NEP‑F), seen by...
Volvo is illegally selling recalled EX30s to unsuspecting buyers
In the never‑ending saga of the Volvo EX30 battery issue, we’ve been made aware that "franchised" Volvo dealers have been supplying vehicles that are subject to the battery recall (Safety Recall R/2025/559) — something they are not legally permitted to do. (For those...
Why You Shouldn’t Cheap Out on Battery Size When Buying an EV
If you're anything like me, getting a new car is all about the numbers. You’ve found the model you want, and one of the key considerations is making sure the monthly payment is manageable… and then the battery options appear. Choosing a bigger pack is usually only a...
Fuel Prices Spike Again: Five Fuel‑Saving Tips Every Driver Should Be Using
The last few days have been a reminder of just how fragile the global fuel supply chain really is. "Tensions" across the Middle East have flared again, with strikes on fuel depots and infrastructure dragging the region back into the headlines. Stir in the ongoing...
Volvo confirms EX30 battery modules to be replaced, owners still left in 70% charge limbo
It’s taken more than three months, but UK EX30 owners are finally receiving an official letter from Volvo about the battery fire‑risk recall. Owners have been living with a 70% charge cap since before Christmas. Now, with the DVSA formally involved, Volvo has begun...
Charging an electric car safely using household and industrial sockets
Charging at home is usually straightforward when you have a dedicated wallbox. But in the UK, plenty of EV drivers still rely on sockets, either as a regular solution or as a practical backup. That might be a household 3-pin plug at a relative’s house, or an...