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England's EV Postcode Lottery: One in Four chargers broken as councils left in the dark?

Our investigation has revealed major concerns about the reliability and oversight of England’s public EV charging network, highlighting significant regional differences in charger performance and availability

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Car confessions: Motorists admit to fuelish mistakes

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Dealer doubts over the 2030 petrol and diesel ban despite Government's accelerated timeline

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England's EV Postcode Lottery: One in Four chargers broken as councils left in the dark?

Featured

Three in four drivers worried about global events impacting car costs

Potholes are costing Brits more than £5billion

Motor dealers report rising concerns over fraud

Car confessions: Motorists admit to fuelish mistakes

Dealer doubts over the 2030 petrol and diesel ban despite Government's accelerated timeline

Latest

2025 is set to be a costly year for EV drivers

Close Brothers Motor Finance partners with fintech Zuto to digitise customer outreach

Drivers weigh up price and brand-loyalty when choosing new vehicles

Close Brothers Motor Finance crowns its 2024 Inspiring Woman of the Year

Close Brothers Motor Finance launches remote ID checks

The delayed 2030 ban allows for infrastructure expansion and charging points, say drivers

More than half of motorists concerned by rising fuel prices

Driving into 2024: Half of motorists concerned by rising fuel prices

Three in five drivers say car ownership is becoming unaffordable