electric cars

Which is the best electric car in relation to performance and most importantly cost to buy and running cost?

Is the new 2016 electric Nissan Leaf worth buying with range of 115 miles for €25,000? Is it worth waiting for the 2018 model that  might have a range of 200 miles?

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Is there anywhere one can see all currently available electric cars compared, not just under the usual headings of driving range, charging times, 0 to 100km/h time and overall drivability and practicality, but also the overall running costs (electricity charges, road tax etc.), which can vary when you include battery lease models like the Renault Zoe?

Donal M

What about long trips in our electric car? We are regular visitors to Dingle, though we live in Kilkenny. I have tried to plot a way down, stopping to recharge, but I have to admit I am a bit confused about charge points on route.

Are electric cars a real option now? Looking to purchase a second hand car 2012 upwards. What do you think?

Are 2012 Renault Fluence electric reliable? Potential major problems?

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV comes with a single reduction gear transmission, why not a CVT? Does this not mean that engine and electric motors miss out on the advantages of operating at their optimum torque or economy band?

What does the ESB charge per kilowatt hour for electricity to plug-in electric cars? And is the tax charge on this the same as for petrol or diesel fuel? And if not, why not?

What is the kw/km performance for the new Renault ZOE electric car?

How would I charge an electric car when I don't have a driveway ? I like the idea of having an electric car as my commute is approx 12 miles per day, but I don't have a driveway to charge it from. What are my options ?