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Electric vehicle guides and resources packed with knowledge, so you can familiarise yourself with the basics of EV leasing, driving, and charging before your new electric vehicle arrives.
Regardless of where you are on your journey to Net Zero, we understand the subjects around zero tailpipe emission motoring. If you’ve never driven or owned an electric vehicle before it can seem like a big shift. But it isn't and very soon you'll wonder why you didn't make the switch sooner.
DriveElectric is here to make the transition as smooth and as easy as possible. With over 10 years’ experience in electric car leasing we’ve learned a lot along the way and we consider ourselves experts about all things EV!
What happens to a Salary Sacrifice car when an employee leaves?
One of the most common things that stops HR teams from launching an EV salary sacrifice scheme or stops employees from signing up to one is the same nagging worry: what happens if something changes?
EV charging stations explained
In the UK, the majority of electric vehicle (EV) charging is done at home. This is usually the cheapest and most convenient way of charging up, but sometimes we need to rely on public charging stations to top up our batteries.
Tesla: Your questions answered
When we funded the UK's first Tesla Roadster in 2008, it kickstarted our journey into electric motoring, and we've never looked back.
Electric vehicle charging guide
There are three main options when it comes to charging your electric car or van: charging at home, charging at work, and using the public charging network. Depending on your circumstances, your charging mix will be unique to you. This guide...
How to charge an electric car in public?
More drivers and businesses than ever are switching to electric vehicles (EVs) thanks to their lower running and maintenance costs, reliably great performance, and lower environmental impact.
Why 2025 is a turning point for SME fleets
2025 is more than just another calendar year, it’s a critical tipping point for how UK small and medium-sized businesses manage their vehicles. For many, decisions around SME fleets have often been driven by short-term costs or convenience....
6 surprising things you didn’t know about electric vans
When you think “electric vehicle,” chances are you picture a zippy hatchback or a sleek saloon quietly gliding through the city. But electric vans? They’re the unsung heroes of the EV world, and it turns out they’ve got more to offer than...
Understanding Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) or "Road Tax" for EVs
Vehicle Excise Duty (VED), commonly known as road tax, is a charge applied to vehicles used on UK roads. While electric vehicles (EVs) were previously exempt, this changed from April 2025, meaning EV drivers are now required to pay VED like...
How is Salary Sacrifice calculated?
As an employee when you sign up to a Salary Sacrifice car scheme, it will change what you pay out of your paycheque every month and what you take home. Yet, whilst your take home salary may be less, it also results in less tax to pay. Here...
How to save money on a new car with Salary Sacrifice
Car salary sacrifice is an agreement where an employee accepts a lower salary from their employer in return for a car benefit. As a popular employment benefit scheme, it has a number of advantages for both parties. Here we take a look at...
