The popularity of electric cars in the UK has boosted in recent years. At Holdcroft we offer the best new and used electric car deals from a selection of manufacturers including Hyundai, Renault, Nissan, MG, Honda, Volvo and Mazda.
Electric cars work by using a cable which is connected to the car from a charging point, taking electricity from the grid. The electricity is stored in rechargeable batteries that give power for an electric motor to function. Additionally, electric cars are lighter to drive therefore acceleration is faster than the traditional fuel engines.
Types of Electric Vehicle -
- Battery electric vehicle (BEV)
- Plug-in-hybrid (PHEV)
- Self-charging hybrid (HEV)
- Mild hybrid (MEV)
Benefits of an Electric Vehicle -
- Cheaper to maintain over the lifetime of the vehicle
- Environmentally friendly
- Extremely quiet
- Free parking in some places
- Better resale value
Cost Calculator Tool
This is a great tool that enables you to discover and give you an understanding of how much you could save on purchasing an electric car.
By doing this, it will help you compare the cost difference between driving an electric car vs a petrol or diesel car.
Find out more about electric and hybrid cars.
