by Hypermiler UK | Mar 13, 2026 | Volvo EX30
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....
by Hypermiler UK | Mar 11, 2026 | EV Electric Cars
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...
by Hypermiler UK | Mar 9, 2026 | Fuel saving tips
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...
by Hypermiler UK | Mar 6, 2026 | Volvo EX30
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...
by Hypermiler UK | Mar 5, 2026 | EV Electric Cars
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...
by Hypermiler UK | Jan 23, 2026 | Volvo EX30
The UK government has finally confirmed the safety recall for the Volvo EX30, covering 2024 and 2025 models fitted with the extended‑range battery pack. The listing puts the total number of affected cars at 10,440, which matches what many suspected for months. And...
by Hypermiler UK | Jan 22, 2026 | Volvo EX30
Not everyone buys their Volvo EX30 on PCP. A huge number of drivers are in lease agreements, and an increasing number get their cars through salary‑sacrifice schemes at work. These arrangements feel different from traditional finance, but when something goes wrong —...
