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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]

New Vauxhall Crossland Electric is a boxy EV crossover
Vauxhall Crossland Electric front cornering
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New Vauxhall Crossland Electric is a boxy EV crossover

Old-fashioned Crossland to be reinvented as small Land Rover-inspired SUV, sitting on same platform as current Vauxhall Mokka
31 Jul 2023
Fisker Ocean review
Fisker Ocean - header front
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Fisker Ocean review

The reborn Fisker brand launches in Europe with a Tesla Model Y-rivalling SUV. Launch models are expensive, but cheaper variants are on the way
31 Jul 2023
Toyota Corolla hybrid review
Toyota Corolla 2023 front tracking
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Toyota Corolla hybrid review

The stylish and efficient Toyota Corolla hybrid is an appealing family hatchback choice, as well as being enjoyable to drive
28 Jul 2023
BMW X3 hybrid review
BMW X3 hybrid
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BMW X3 hybrid review

The BMW X3 xDrive30e continues BMW's trend of offering impressive plug-in hybrid versions of some of its most popular models
27 Jul 2023
Dacia Spring review
Dacia Spring - front
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Dacia Spring review

The cheap-as-chips Dacia Spring opens up electric motoring to people who hadn’t previously considered an EV
26 Jul 2023
Mercedes EQS review
Mercedes EQS 450+
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Mercedes EQS review

Mercedes' electric flagship doesn't disappoint when it comes to interior quality or on-board technology, although ride comfort can't quite match that …
24 Jul 2023
Honda Jazz hybrid review
2020 Honda Jazz
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Honda Jazz hybrid review

The now hybrid-only Honda Jazz is technologically impressive, very efficient and practical – but not much fun to drive
21 Jul 2023
BMW iX3 review
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BMW iX3 review

Refined, spacious and good to drive, the BMW iX3 makes sense as an electric family SUV – but some rivals feel more special
17 Jul 2023
Tesla Model S review
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Tesla Model S review

The Tesla Model S set the bar that all other long-range EVs had to meet – but you can no longer buy a right-hand-drive car in the UK
10 Jul 2023
Sub-£20k Dacia Spring EV confirmed for UK
Dacia Spring - front
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Sub-£20k Dacia Spring EV confirmed for UK

Dacia’s cut-price electric city car is finally coming to the UK in 2024 – with an expected starting price of less than £20,000
6 Jul 2023
New Kia EV9: pricing revealed for electric Range Rover rival
2023 Kia EV9 - header
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New Kia EV9: pricing revealed for electric Range Rover rival

Kia has revealed its largest model yet: a seven-seat electric SUV with a 336-mile range
5 Jul 2023
Top 10 most efficient electric cars
Most efficient EVs
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Top 10 most efficient electric cars

Electric cars are all about sustainability; we showcase the most efficient EVs you can buy
30 Jun 2023
Nissan Leaf review
Nissan Leaf
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Nissan Leaf review

The Nissan Leaf certainly proves cheap can be cheerful, although it’s starting to feel a little long in the tooth
29 Jun 2023
MG ZS EV review
New 2022 MG ZS EV
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MG ZS EV review

The MG ZS EV is a well equipped and practical small electric family car, with the new Long Range version offering impressive range at an affordable pr…
28 Jun 2023
Mercedes EQC review
Mercedes EQC
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Mercedes EQC review

A decent all-round premium electric SUV, the Mercedes EQC has become overshadowed by more up-to-date arrivals in the class
8 Jun 2023
Genesis Electrified GV70 review
Genesis Electrified GV70
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Genesis Electrified GV70 review

The fully electric Genesis GV70 SUV quickly asserts itself as one of the best cars in its class
6 Jun 2023
Abarth range to expand with lighter, faster EVs
Abarth 500e front end
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Abarth range to expand with lighter, faster EVs

Italian sports car brand will stay wedded to Fiat, but is eyeing up a faster 500e, plus tuned versions of upcoming crossover
5 Jun 2023
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1 Jun 2023
Volvo V60 Recharge hybrid review
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Volvo V60 Recharge hybrid review

A luxurious interior, sharp looks and low running costs make the Volvo V60 Recharge hybrid estate a desirable package, particularly for company-car dr…
31 May 2023
Mercedes EQS SUV review
Mercedes EQS SUV - front 1
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Mercedes EQS SUV review

Mercedes’ flagship electric car gets the SUV treatment – boasting seating for seven and a 365-mile range
26 May 2023
BMW 530e hybrid review
BMW 530e xDrive
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BMW 530e hybrid review

The BMW 5 Series plug-in hybrid is good to drive and cheap to run, but there’s a newer, faster, more efficient version on the way…
24 May 2023
Skoda Octavia iV hybrid review
Skoda Octavia iV hybrid
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Skoda Octavia iV hybrid review

The Skoda Octavia iV plug-in hybrid family hatchback is an extremely sensible, practical and cheap-to-run choice
18 May 2023
New Honda e:Ny1: range, specs and video
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New Honda e:Ny1: range, specs and video

The e:Ny1 compact SUV is Honda’s first family-friendly electric car – and it enters a very crowded area of the market
16 May 2023
Audi Q8 e-tron review
Audi Q8 e-tron
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Audi Q8 e-tron review

Audi's flagship electric SUV has been updated with bigger batteries and more range, but it still puts comfort first
16 May 2023
New 2024 Ford E-Tourneo Courier is an electric lifestyle MPV
Ford E-Tourneo Courier front tracking
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New 2024 Ford E-Tourneo Courier is an electric lifestyle MPV

Based on the E-Transit Courier electric van, the Tourneo boasts big practicality and a zero-emission powertrain
15 May 2023
Cupra Raval name for 2025 small EV
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Cupra Raval name for 2025 small EV

Production version of UrbanRebel concept gets Raval name; small EV will share its platform with Volkswagen ID.1 and ID.2
11 May 2023
Complete guide to BP Pulse (formerly BP Chargemaster) home chargers
BP pulse
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Complete guide to BP Pulse (formerly BP Chargemaster) home chargers

BP Pulse (formerly known as BP Chargemaster) no longer sells home chargers to the public – we've got everything you need to know
10 May 2023
Top 10 slowest-depreciating electric and hybrid cars 2023
Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo x2
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Top 10 slowest-depreciating electric and hybrid cars 2023

Want to limit the amount you lose on a new car? These are the electric and hybrid models that hold on to the greatest proportion of their initial purc…
10 May 2023
Volvo C40 Recharge review
2023 Volvo C40 recharge - front 1
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Volvo C40 Recharge review

Volvo’s electric coupe-SUV is stylish and good to drive, and not that much less practical than the boxier XC40 Recharge
5 May 2023
Volvo XC40 Recharge electric review
2023 Volvo XC40 recharge - front 1
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Volvo XC40 Recharge electric review

Recent updates make the electric Volvo XC40 more competitive than ever, but it’s still expensive compared with petrol versions
5 May 2023
Mercedes EQV review
Mercedes EQV
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Mercedes EQV review

The Mercedes EQV builds on the basis of the smart V-Class people carrier to offer VIP transport with silent and refined electric power
5 May 2023
Complete guide to the Source London charging network
Source London
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Complete guide to the Source London charging network

Not familiar with the Source London electric-car charging network? Here’s how to sign up, pay and charge your car at one of its on-street points
28 Apr 2023
Complete guide to the Ubitricity charging network
Ubitricity
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Complete guide to the Ubitricity charging network

Here's how to use the Shell-owned Ubitricity network, which offers convenient on-street charging through lamp-posts and bollards
28 Apr 2023
Facelifted Volkswagen ID.3 is now on sale with one big flaw
Updated Volkswagen ID.3 front end
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Facelifted Volkswagen ID.3 is now on sale with one big flaw

Volkswagen’s electric family hatchback gets refreshed styling and new technology... but no backlit climate controls
26 Apr 2023
Electric car road tax: VED exemption to end in 2025
Road tax
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Electric car road tax: VED exemption to end in 2025

From 2025 onwards, electric car owners will have to pay road tax – otherwise known as Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) – here's everything you need to know
21 Apr 2023
Porsche Taycan review
Porsche Taycan
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Porsche Taycan review

With a long range, savage performance and arguably the best handling of any four-door coupe – electric or otherwise – the Porsche Taycan is a landmark…
18 Apr 2023