Understand the EV market before you buy
Independent analysis, brand longevity research, buying guides and live market data — so you can choose an electric car with confidence, not guesswork.
EV News & Analysis
Curated market coverage, filtered by what matters to buyers.
TechnologyNext-Gen Battery Cells Promise 50% More Range
New 4680+ cell chemistry targets 600+ miles per charge, with volume production expected within 18 months.
GovernmentUK Government Increases EV Grant to £5,000
The new incentive covers vehicles up to £45,000 and adds support for home charger installation.
ChargingGridserve Opens 100th High-Power Charging Hub
The UK’s fastest-growing network hits a milestone with 350kW-capable hubs across major motorways.
UKMG Launches £15,990 Electric Hatchback
MG’s new compact EV undercuts every rival by thousands, making it the UK’s most affordable electric car.
ReviewsSeven-Seat Electric Luxury: A Week With the Ioniq 9
Is Hyundai’s largest EV the best family electric SUV you can buy right now? We put it through a full week.
TechnologyWhy Battery Supply Deals Now Decide Brand Survival
Manufacturers without locked-in cell contracts face production risk — and it shows in their longevity scores.
EV Rankings
Eight ranking systems, each scored by our agents across thousands of data points.
Most Reliable Brands
16 brands rankedOwner surveys, warranty claims and long-term testing data.
View RankingsLongest Lasting Batteries
142 vehicles rankedDegradation analysis across 50,000+ vehicles and 8 years of data.
View RankingsLowest Running Costs
200 vehicles rankedTotal ownership cost: energy, insurance, tax and maintenance.
View RankingsFastest Charging EVs
89 vehicles rankedReal-world charging curves from 10% to 80% at 150kW+ chargers.
View RankingsBest Family EVs
45 vehicles rankedScored on space, safety, range, charging and child-friendliness.
View RankingsBest First EVs
32 vehicles rankedAffordable, easy to charge, reliable, with low insurance groups.
View RankingsBest for Rideshare Drivers
28 vehicles rankedMaximising earnings per mile with low cost, high uptime, comfort.
View RankingsBest Second-Hand EVs
78 vehicles rankedWhich used EVs hold value, keep healthy batteries, and are worth buying.
View RankingsHow the Brand Longevity Score works
Most sites rate the car. We also rate the company behind it — using the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) to weight nine criteria against each other.
The nine weighted criteria
Worked example — a strong performer
Why longevity matters
Software updates stop
Modern EVs depend on OTA updates for range, charging and safety features. A struggling manufacturer stops shipping them first.
Spare parts dry up
Battery modules and drive units are brand-specific. If production ends, repairs become slow, costly — or impossible.
Warranties become worthless
An 8-year battery warranty is only as good as the company honouring it. Financial instability puts your cover at risk.
Updated continuously
Scores are recalculated by our Brand Longevity Agent as financial reports, supply deals and production news are published — not set once a year.
The data, and what it means
EV adoption growth
% of new car sales · UKCost per mile: EV vs petrol
pence per mileEV Buying Guides
How to buy your first EV: the complete guide
Should you buy a used EV? Pros, cons & what to check
Battery degradation explained: what buyers need to know
Home charging guide: costs, installers & smart chargers
EV cost of ownership vs petrol: honest 5-year comparison
10 EV myths that need to die this year
Charging, explained properly
Connector types, real costs, and what a typical month actually looks like.
A worked month — 800 miles driven
| Charging mix | Rate | Monthly cost |
|---|---|---|
| 100% home overnight | ~3p/mi | £24 |
| 80% home / 20% rapid | ~4.4p/mi | £35 |
| 50% home / 50% rapid | ~6.5p/mi | £52 |
| 100% public rapid | ~10p/mi | £80 |
| Petrol equivalent (40 mpg) | ~13p/mi | £104 |
Before you commit, check
Can you install a home charger?
Off-street parking changes the entire ownership maths. Check installer quotes before you buy the car.
What’s the real charging curve?
A “150 kW” car rarely holds peak speed. Look at 10–80% time, not the headline number.
Which networks cover your routes?
Coverage matters more than raw station counts. Check your regular journeys, not the national map.
Ready to put two cars side by side?
Compare range, battery, charging speed, running costs and Brand Longevity Score across any vehicles in our database.
Why you can trust this data
Continuously refreshed
Three AI agents monitor manufacturer filings, market reports and charging networks — data is updated as it changes, not annually.
Transparent methodology
Every Brand Longevity Score shows its weighted inputs. No black box, no undisclosed sponsorship weighting.
Independent by design
Rankings reflect vehicle and manufacturer data — not advertising relationships or dealer partnerships.
Done reading? Find your EV.
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