Things to think about
Once you’ve narrowed down your choices, book a test drive with your local dealer. Acceleration performance is a big reason why people switch. You need to experience it to understand the difference.
Choosing an electric car is a big decision, so having someone there to talk things over with helps. Other drivers should also test drive the cars.
Electric cars can be very different to standard cars. Almost all of the power in goes straight into the rotation of the wheels. That means you get a strong burst of acceleration straight away, like flicking a switch.
It’s important to check they’re right for you. We recommend you drive a few different models to find the right one for you.
Do not be afraid to ask your dealer lots of questions. They’ll talk through everything in detail, make suggestions and might even help you make a better choice.
Your dealer will show you how to charge and connect a car up to a chargepoint. Ask them to drive you to a local chargepoint so they can show you how to use one.
It’s a good idea to also ask your dealer about the different chargepoint apps you can use, too.
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Take your time and try out different cars. Ask any questions you can think of, as your dealer is happy to help. If you think of any questions later on, you can always contact your dealer.
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We’ll arrange this for you. You can add up to three drivers and can change these at any time.
We’ll give you RAC cover, so you can travel with peace of mind.
We’ll cover your regular services and routine repairs, to keep your vehicle running perfectly.
We’ll arrange a home chargepoint and a standard installation as part of your lease, or give you access to the bp pulse network of public chargepoints. This depends on a few things.
