by Karl Dyson | Apr 2, 2026 | Hybrid Cars
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,...
by Karl Dyson | Apr 1, 2026 | fuel costs
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...
by Karl Dyson | Mar 26, 2026 | BYD, Car reviews
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...
by Karl Dyson | Mar 18, 2026 | Hypermiling News
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...
by Karl Dyson | 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....
