AUTHOR

Richard Ingram

Richard is editor of DrivingElectric, as well as sister site Carbuyer.co.uk, and a regular contributor to Auto Express. An electric and hybrid car advocate, he spent more than five years working on the news and reviews desk at Auto Express and has driven almost every new car currently on sale.

email: [email protected]

Hyundai Ioniq 5 N review: the most N-gaging EV!
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Hyundai Ioniq 5 N review: the most N-gaging EV!

Hyundai has engineered the Ioniq 5 N to provide smiles for miles thanks to its blistering performance, taut handling and seemingly endless list of gad…
21 Nov 2023
Tesla Model 3 review: Elon's electric saloon evolved
Tesla Model 3 - front tracking
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Tesla Model 3 review: Elon's electric saloon evolved

A recent facelift has cemented the Model 3’s position at the top of its class, with the baby Tesla offering everything you could possibly need from an…
30 Oct 2023
BMW i5 review: electric, but at what cost?
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BMW i5 review: electric, but at what cost?

Plush, poised and packed full of the latest tech, BMW has once again set the bar high with the first electric 5 Series
26 Oct 2023
Polestar 2 review: forget the Model 3, take a chance on me!
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Polestar 2 review: forget the Model 3, take a chance on me!

Boasting one of the longest ranges of any electric car on sale, the Polestar 2 is a premium-feeling product that’s great to drive – it’s just a shame …
25 Oct 2023
Abarth 500e review
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Abarth 500e review

Loud and proud, the Abarth 500e certainly looks (and sounds) the part – but can it supercharge the electric hot hatch market?
19 Oct 2023
Skoda Enyaq review
Skoda Enyaq iV UK drive exterior
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Skoda Enyaq review

Skoda's first bespoke electric car very nearly has it all – space, technology and a solid 300-mile range. It represents decent value for money, too
18 Oct 2023
Electric BYD Dolphin is Carbuyer Car of the Year
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Electric BYD Dolphin is Carbuyer Car of the Year

No fewer than 11 electrified cars lauded at the 2024 Carbuyer Best Car Awards, with newcomer topping the tables
10 Oct 2023
MG4 EV review
MG4 EV
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MG4 EV review

The MG4 EV combines range, practicality and loads of kit into a sharp-looking, fun-to-drive package all at an unbeatable price
6 Oct 2023
Citroen e-C4 review
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Citroen e-C4 review

The Citroen e-C4 isn’t quite as fashionable as rivals, but it's comfortable and competitively priced nonetheless
4 Oct 2023
Volvo EX30 electric SUV: prices, specs and ride review
Volvo EX30 Prototype - teaser
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Volvo EX30 electric SUV: prices, specs and ride review

We ride shotgun in Volvo’s smallest electric car, which is set to undercut rivals like the Kia Niro EV
19 Sep 2023
How to plan an EV road trip: tips for long drives in your electric car
EV road trip
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How to plan an EV road trip: tips for long drives in your electric car

Going on a long drive in an electric car can be intimidating; we give our top tips to make your trip go smoothly
13 Sep 2023
Mercedes eCitan electric van finally on sale after two-year wait
2022 Mercedes eCitan
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Mercedes eCitan electric van finally on sale after two-year wait

Mercedes' smallest electric van gets a 176-mile range and is on-sale now from £33,995
11 Sep 2023
BP Pulse opens UK’s biggest EV charging station
BP Pulse Gigahub
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BP Pulse opens UK’s biggest EV charging station

The BP Pulse Gigahub at Birmingham’s NEC can charge 180 EVs simultaneously, making it the UK’s largest charging site
7 Sep 2023
Best home electric car chargers 2023: how to choose the right EV wallbox
BP pulse charger
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Best home electric car chargers 2023: how to choose the right EV wallbox

If you're buying an electric or plug-in hybrid car and you have a driveway or off-street parking, then you'll want a home EV charger to top up its bat…
7 Sep 2023
Best-selling electric cars: 20% of new cars are EVs
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Best-selling electric cars: 20% of new cars are EVs

EV market continues to grow in August, with over 17,000 new electric cars sold
6 Sep 2023
New Audi Q6 e-tron gets three screens and new head-up display
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New Audi Q6 e-tron gets three screens and new head-up display

Audi’s next electric SUV will be available two bodyshapes, and share its parts with the upcoming electric Porsche Macan
3 Sep 2023
BMW Vision Neue Klasse is a future electric 3 Series
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BMW Vision Neue Klasse is a future electric 3 Series

Latest concept hints towards the design and technology for next-generation BMW 3 Series
2 Sep 2023
BYD Seal review
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BYD Seal review

Third model from Chinese giant BYD, is a saloon-style rival to the ever-popular Tesla Model 3. Does it have what it takes?
31 Aug 2023
Audi Q5 hybrid review
Audi Q5 TFSI e plug-in hybrid
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Audi Q5 hybrid review

The Audi Q5 TFSI e is a fast and spacious plug-in hybrid SUV capable of covering up to 37 miles on electric power alone, but like its rivals, it has a…
29 Aug 2023
Kia EV6 review
Kia EV6
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Kia EV6 review

The first of the new breed of pure-electric cars from Kia impresses, offering sportier looks and handling than its Hyundai Ioniq 5 cousin
29 Aug 2023
Electric car repairs, servicing and maintenance: a complete guide
Electric car repairs
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Electric car repairs, servicing and maintenance: a complete guide

How, where and when should you get your electric car serviced? And does the process differ in any way from petrol or diesel vehicles? Find out here
25 Aug 2023
Peugeot e-Partner review
Peugeot e-Partner
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Peugeot e-Partner review

The smallest electric van in the Peugeot range is a very accomplished all-rounder
17 Aug 2023
Ford Explorer: Volkswagen ID.4 rival delayed to meet safety regulations
2023 Ford Explorer - front 1
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Ford Explorer: Volkswagen ID.4 rival delayed to meet safety regulations

Ford’s new electric SUV boasts a range of more than 300 miles, but won’t go on sale until summer 2024
11 Aug 2023
Complete guide to the BP Pulse (formerly Polar Plus) charging network
BP Pulse
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Complete guide to the BP Pulse (formerly Polar Plus) charging network

Here's how to charge your electric or plug-in hybrid car on the BP Pulse public charging network (which was formerly known as Polar Plus)
10 Aug 2023
Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo review
Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo 4S
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Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo review

The Taycan Cross Turismo is as sharp and engaging as its saloon sibling, but adds practicality for a more rounded package
10 Aug 2023
Citroen e-Berlingo van review
Citroen e-Berlingo
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Citroen e-Berlingo van review

With up to 4.4 cubic metres of cargo space and a range of 167 miles, the electric version of Citroen’s most compact panel van is a useful and versatil…
9 Aug 2023
Vauxhall Vivaro Electric review
Vauxhall Vivaro-e
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Vauxhall Vivaro Electric review

The impressive Vauxhall Vivaro Electric is one of the best pure-electric vans we've driven, and offers a competitive driving range for this class
9 Aug 2023
Kia EV6 GT review
Kia EV6 GT
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Kia EV6 GT review

Flagship EV is the most powerful Kia ever, with enough performance on tap to rival a Porsche Taycan GTS
8 Aug 2023
Subaru XV hybrid review
Subaru XV hybrid
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Subaru XV hybrid review

The Subaru XV e-Boxer hybrid is good to drive on and off-road, but returns poor fuel economy
7 Aug 2023
Volkswagen ID.3 review
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Volkswagen ID.3 review

The recently updated Volkswagen ID.3 hatchback is vastly improved inside, but the fiddly infotainment system remains
7 Aug 2023
Mercedes GLA hybrid review
Mercedes GLA hybrid
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Mercedes GLA hybrid review

The updated Mercedes GLA 250 e has an even more impressive electric range and is a top choice for company-car buyers
4 Aug 2023
Fisker Ronin: electric convertible revealed with 600-mile range
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Fisker Ronin: electric convertible revealed with 600-mile range

CEO says convertible EV will do over 600 miles, but it’ll be “ultra-luxury priced and built in limited quantities”
4 Aug 2023
Ford Mustang Mach-E GT review
Ford Mustang Mach-E GT
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Ford Mustang Mach-E GT review

The new Mustang Mach-E GT is a solid effort at a first zero-emissions 'fast Ford', but although it's quick, it's not really engaging enough to warrant…
4 Aug 2023
Subaru Forester hybrid review
Subaru Forester SUV front tracking
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Subaru Forester hybrid review

The all-wheel-drive Subaru Forester e-Boxer hybrid is great off-road and comfortable on-road, but its price is quite hard to justify
3 Aug 2023
Jeep Renegade 4xe plug-in hybrid review
Jeep Renegade 4xe
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Jeep Renegade 4xe plug-in hybrid review

The Jeep Renegade 4xe combines plug-in hybrid efficiency with real off-road ability
2 Aug 2023
Mercedes A-Class hybrid review
Mercedes A 250 e
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Mercedes A-Class hybrid review

The smallest plug-in that Mercedes makes, the A 250 e is also one of the most efficient. It's a great, if not overly exciting, company-car choice
2 Aug 2023