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Sunshine, savings and staycations, what more could you want? Whether you’re planning a classic British seaside break or hitting the road for a countryside retreat, summer is the perfect season to embrace electric driving.
Hitting the Road the Clean Way
Staycations have become a go-to for many of us; they’re easy and often cheaper to do than a full vay-cay. But there’s a hidden impact in all those road trips: increased pollution. That’s why we’re encouraging drivers across the UK to go electric!
Switching to an EV not only cuts your carbon footprint but saves you money, too. No noisy engines, no tailpipe emissions, just silent, clean miles and cheaper travel.
Planning a Summer EV Getaway
EVs are more road trip-ready than ever. Here’s why:
Improved range: Many EVs now offer over 300 miles on a single charge.
Better infrastructure: With over 75,000 public chargers in the UK (and counting), finding a place to plug in is easier than ever.
Apps for everything: Zap-Map, PlugShare, and many others let you plan charging stops, check availability and see live updates. Even Google and Apple Maps have charge point integrations.
Just plug in overnight at a hotel or a public charger at your destination, and you’re ready for the next adventure.
Charging Etiquette on the Go
Don’t overstay your welcome at public chargers. Once you’re topped up, move on so others can plug in.
Carry a backup cable, just in case the one at the charge point isn’t working or is in use.
Charge smart, use slower chargers overnight for the best rates and reserve rapid charging for quick top-ups.
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Save Money While You Explore
We all want to make the most of summer, without breaking the bank. Here’s how EVs and smart habits can help:
Salary sacrifice your way into a new car: get a brand-new EV with savings on tax, insurance, maintenance and fuel.
Drive smoother: ease off the accelerator and boost your range (and your wallet).
Cut non-essentials: a quick review of subscriptions and spending can free up cash for your travels.
Avoiding Fines and Mishaps
Nothing ruins a road trip like a speeding ticket or bus lane fine.
Use apps like Waze to avoid restricted routes, roadworks, hidden police vans, and speed cameras.
Plan your journey ahead: especially in unfamiliar towns and roads, like Swindon’s Magic Roundabout…
Stay alert: make sure you’re well-rested before long drives. Fatigue is a serious risk.
Keep Cool Without Killing Range
One concern for EV drivers in summer? Using the air con. It can impact your range slightly, but not as much as you’d think. Just be smart about it:
Pre-cool your car while it’s still plugged in to save battery on the road.
Use eco mode and set the cabin to a reasonable temperature rather than icy cold.
Windows down at low speeds is fine, but stick to air con on motorways, it’s more aerodynamic and efficient.
Smart Tech for Safer Journeys
Today’s EVs come packed with features that make summer driving safer and easier:
Adaptive cruise control to help avoid fatigue on longer trips.
Lane keep assist and blind spot alerts for navigating busy roads and car parks.
Regenerative braking, which helps preserve range while making driving smoother in stop-start traffic.
Get to know these systems before you set off, they’ll take a load off your shoulders on those longer drives.
Final Tips Before You Head Out
Check your tyre pressure: underinflated tyres impact efficiency and safety.
Pack light: extra weight reduces range, so leave behind what you don’t need.
Keep a portable charger or charging card: some rural areas may still be patchy for infrastructure, so have a backup option.
Update your maps and apps before you go: nothing worse than needing a charger and being sent to one that no longer exists!
Make This Summer the Start of Something Electric
If you’ve ever thought about going electric, summer 2025 is the perfect time to take the plunge. With more range, more chargers and more savings than ever, there’s no reason to stick with petrol and diesel. Head over to the quote engine here and have a browse!
Smarter travel. Cleaner air. More money in your pocket. That’s what electric driving delivers, this summer and beyond.
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