Guides
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.
What does WLTP mean? A beginner's guide to EV terminology
Getting lost in a sea of acronyms; WLTP, BEV and kWh? Thought regenerative braking was only in Formula 1? Have a look at our alphabetised glossary below for explanations on every EV term you’ll come across. If we’ve missed one, tweet us and...
Electric vehicles vs petrol/diesel/hybrid
It’s impossible not to have noticed the sea change in the motor industry over recent years. From the rise of autonomous cars to the soaring popularity of electric vehicles (EVs), this is one of the most exciting periods in automotive...
How does leasing an electric car work?
Leasing, most of us have heard of it, and some of us know it much better than others. But even if you’ve been leasing cars for years, you may not be as familiar with leasing an electric vehicle (EV). In the interests of getting you up to...
Electric vehicle range - everything you need to know
One of the hottest of hot topics when it comes to electric vehicles is the range. By that, we mean how far an electric vehicle (EV) can travel on a full charge, literally getting behind the wheel of the vehicle with the battery at 100% and...
Charging electric vehicles at work
More and more employers across the country are offering charging access in workplace car parks, which serve as the next most-likely place an electric vehicle(EV) will spend time parked after the home.
Fair Wear and Tear advice
As a member, DriveElectric (a trading style of Fleetdrive Management Ltd) adheres to the standards set out in the BVRLA fair wear and tear guide.
Electric vehicle winter driving tips and advice
British winters are unpredictable, and poor weather can arrive quickly. The best advice during severe conditions is to avoid driving altogether. But if you must travel, preparation is key, especially in an electric vehicle.
Taking your electric car aboard: everything you need to know
Few things are more exciting than a road trip. Who doesn’t love those giddy feelings of anticipation as you pack up the car, polish your sunglasses and put together a playlist of your favourite driving songs? Just a short hop on the ferry,...
Lease vehicle maintenance information
If you have a maintenance package included in your vehicle lease then all you need to do is get in contact with your funder (the company you pay your monthly leasing bills to) and they will be able to direct you to their maintenance portal...
Company fleet: How going electric impacts your bottom line
Who doesn’t want to achieve more by spending less? Energy efficiency is crucial to how most companies operate but have you thought about how energy efficient you are when it comes to the car that you and/or your employees drive?
