Electric vehicle myths debunked

We separate fact from fiction on range, charging and costs so you can make the switch with confidence. Let's clear the air...

Not true! Most modern EVs have a range of around 250 to 350 miles with some exceeding 400 miles. For context, the average UK driver does around 20 miles per day (7,500 per annum) so that trip to the supermarket barely scratches the surface. 
Hardly. Rapid chargers accessible via the public charging network can charge EVs up to 80% in 20-40 minutes - about the same time it takes to grab a coffee and do your weekly food shop.

There's two main options when it comes to charging EVs at home: the charging cable that usually comes with the EV (Level 1 charger), often referred to as a "trickle charger" and a wall charger (Level 2 charger). Of the two options, a wall charger is more powerful adding approximately 40km of range per hour, depending on the chargers capacity and the EV itself. So, with home charging, whilst this is slower than rapid chargers, most people charge overnight and start each day with a 'full tank', basically like charging your phone!
EV batteries are designed to last. Most come with an 8-10 year warranties (or up to 100,000 miles), and real-world data shows that they still retain 80-90% capacity long after that. Think marathon runner, not one-hit wonder. 
With far fewer moving parts, EVs actually cost 30-50% less to service than petrol or diesel cars. No oil changes, less wear and tear on brakes (thanks to regenerative braking) and fewer surprises at the garage. 
Not quite. Yes, EV range can dip in cold weather - just like petrol and diesel cars. But modern EVs come with battery thermal management systems and pre-conditioning features that mitigate this to minimise the impact of cold weather and keep things running smoothly all year round. Cold weather doesn't have to put the brakes on your EV, there are plenty of simple tips to keep it running at its best:

  • Most EVs have a pre-heating functionality to warm the car and de-ice the windows before driving. Do this while your EV is plugged in so you don't use up range before you set off.
  • Use heated seats and steering wheel instead of blasting full cabin heat. They use far less energy but keep you just as warm.
  • Many EVs have an eco-mode setting which reduces energy consumption to boost EV range and squeeze more miles out of your battery.
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Let's talk range anxiety...

Worried about running out of charge? You're not alone, but context matters. 
Then vs now

Early EVs, like the 2011 Nissan Leaf, offered anything from 70-200 miles of range. Modern EVs easily deliver 250-300 miles with some going even further. 

More chargers than ever

In July 2025, the UK recorded over 82,000+ public chargers, up  27% year-on-year, and the network is growing every month.

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Smarter journeys

Many new EVs now come with built-in route planners and apps that integrate with the navigation system to guide you to charging stops, making longer trips less stressful. 

The bottom line

Range anxiety used to be a real barrier in the early days of EVs. Today, with longer ranges, smarter tech and a booming charging network, its more of a psychological worry than a practical one. With a little planning, even long road trips are a breeze. 

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