Ecar lease

12/06/2026

One of our fantastic local customers taking delivery of their Used Electric Ford. Confidence is increasing for our ex-lease EV programme!

In terms of the used car shown, the Ford Mustang Mach-E 198kW Standard Range 68kWh RWD 5dr Auto Pure Electric Vehicle, this is based on the following configuration:

Solid Paint - Absolute Black
Full sensico artificial leather - Black onyx with grey stitching
18” 5 spoke silver alloy wheels
Mode 3 Type 2 Charging cable - 3 Pin Charger

11/06/2026

11/06/2026

In a week dominated by the Ferrari Luce, the new love or hate super car EV, some of the other changes and developments within the UK’s electric car market have gone unnoticed. Even today (30 May 2026), the news is still awash with the stories surrounding the unveiling of the Luce and its purported...

10/06/2026

The Elroq SUV gets a battery revision for 2026 as per the below:

60 - the 58 kWh lithium-ion battery will offer 0 – 62 times of 8.5 seconds, 99 mph top speeds and 140kW (or 188 hp). This model is a RWD option. Expect a combined winter range of 180 miles with warmer weather allowing for 245 miles – 210 miles combined. On charging, the 11 kW AC max will allow 6 hour and 15 minute 0 – 100% charging times with the 105 kW DC maximum allowing 28 minute 10 – 80% times. This has a cargo volume of 470L and vehicle fuel equivalent of 146 mpg. Towing capacities are 750kg (unbraked) and 1000kg (braked). The heat pump is available but is an additional option. Bidirectional charging has been announced with the exterior Type 2 outlet and interior UK socket able to deliver 3.6kW AC;

85 - the 77 kWh lithium-ion battery will offer 0 – 62 times of 6.6 seconds, 112 mph top speeds and 210kW (or 282hp). This model is a RWD option. Expect a combined winter range of 235 miles with warmer weather allowing for 320 miles – 280 miles combined. On charging, the 11 kW AC max will allow 8 hour and 15 minute 0 – 100% charging times with the 165 kW DC maximum allowing 30 minute 10 – 80% times. This has a cargo volume of 470L and vehicle fuel equivalent of 147 mpg. Towing capacities are 750kg (unbraked) and 1800kg (braked). The heat pump is available but is an additional option. Bidirectional charging has been announced with the exterior Type 2 outlet and interior UK socket able to deliver 3.6kW AC; and

RS - the 77 kWh lithium-ion battery will offer 0 – 62 times of 5.4 seconds, 112 mph top speeds and 250kW (or 335hp). This model is a AWD option. Expect a combined winter range of 230 miles with warmer weather allowing for 315miles – 275 miles combined. On charging, the 11 kW AC max will allow 8 hour and 15 minute 0 – 100% charging times with the 165 kW DC maximum allowing 30 minute 10 – 80% times. This has a cargo volume of 470L and vehicle fuel equivalent of 145 mpg. Towing capacities are 750kg (unbraked) and 1000kg (braked). The heat pump is available but is an additional option.

10/06/2026

As we start June 2026, the biggest story in the electric car world still remains to be the Ferrari Luce. As reported in the BBC  the attempt to address the Chinese EV dominance has resulted in a “backlash” for one of the world’s most-popular car manufacturers.

09/06/2026

The CLA Shooting Brake EV gets an update!

And how dos the CLA Shooting Brake perform? As per the below:

200 - with a usable battery of 58kWh this RWD offers 165 kW (221hp), top speeds of 130 mph and 0-62 times of 7.6 seconds. Real-world ranges suggest a combined 195 miles in colder weather with warmer temperatures to allow for 275 miles (on a full charge) - 235 miles combined . The 11kW AC allows for 0-100% charging times of 6 hours and 15 min with the 200kW DC enabling 10-80% in 21 minutes. The estate has no confirmed Bidirectional charging. It has a 164 mpg equivalent, 540L cargo volume and offers towing capacities of 750kg (unbraked) and 1500kg (braked). The heat pump is standard.


So what options are available in shooting brake :

Sport - from £40,150 this includes 18” alloys, comfort seats, partially illuminated Mercede star, panoramic roof, advanced package (4-way lumbar support, MBUX Navigation, heated font seats, LED lights, Mirror Package, climate control), easy-pack tailgate, MB.DRIVE, comfort suspicion and GUARD 360;

Sport Executive - from £42,300 this adds flush-door handles, heat insulated dark-tinted glass, 18” 5-spoke alloys, keyless-go, rear armrest, ambient lighting, digital extra and wireless charging;

AMG Line Executive- from £44,750 this includes AMG bodystyling, surround lighting,18” AMG alloys, multifunction sports steering wheel, sports seats, artico leather, AMG floor mats and anti-slip mats;

Premium - from £46,650 this includes 19” AMG alloys, MBUX superscreen, memory package, climate control 2-zone, illuminated door panels and MBUX Entertainment ; and

Premium Plus - from £49,350 this includes 19” AMG multi-spoke alloys, multibeam LED and adaptive lights, Nigh Package, Winter Package, Burmester 3D sound, HUD, pre-safe system and sound personalisation.

08/06/2026

The ID7 Hatchback and Tourer gets a MY27 revision. Still one of our most popular family EVs!

Pro - with a usable battery of 77 kWh this RWD Estate offers 210kW (282hp), top speeds of 112mph and 0 - 62 times of 6.6 seconds. Real-world ranges suggest a combined 245 miles in colder weather with warmer temperatures to allow for 335 miles (on a full charge) - 290 miles combined . The 11kW AC allows for 0-100% charging times of 8 hours and 15 minutes with the 185 kW DC enabling 10-80% in 27 minutes. The ID.7 has no Bidirectional charging. It has a 152 mpg equivalent, 605L cargo volume (1714L with the seats down). It can tow 750kg (Unbraked) and 1000kg (Braked). The heat pump is available as a cost option;

Pro S - with a usable battery of 86 kWh this RWD Estate offers 210kW (282hp), top speeds of 112mph and 0 - 62 times of 6.6 seconds. Real-world ranges suggest a combined 270 miles in colder weather with warmer temperatures to allow for 370 miles (on a full charge) - 320 miles combined . The 11kW AC allows for 0-100% charging times of 9 hours and 15 minutes with the 199 kW DC enabling 10-80% in 29 minutes. The ID.7 has no Bidirectional charging. It has a 151 mpg equivalent, 605L cargo volume (1714L with the seats down). It can tow 750kg (Unbraked) and 1000kg (Braked). The heat pump is available as a cost option; and

GTX - with a usable battery of 86 kWh this AWD Estate offers 250kW (335hp), top speeds of 124mph and 0 - 62 times of 5.5 seconds. Real-world ranges suggest a combined 260 miles in colder weather with warmer temperatures to allow for 355 miles (on a full charge) - 310 miles combined . The 11kW AC allows for 0-100% charging times of 9 hours and 15 minutes with the 199 kW DC enabling 10-80% in 29 minutes. The ID.7 has no Bidirectional charging. It has a 146 mpg equivalent, 605L cargo volume (1714L with the seats down). It can tow 750kg (Unbraked) and 1800kg (Braked). The heat pump is available as a cost option.

05/06/2026

The Model Y gets a big update!

The Tesla Model Y Premium RWD will now be the “Tesla 4680” model. This refers to the 4680 cylindrical battery cells. This method is about improving energy density and reducing the production costs. The vehicle previously used the Panasonic 2170 cells but this is being presented a more functional approach to production. While there is a mix of opinion on the pros v cons for the updated 4680 cell approach on the Model Y, this has been confirmed across all of UK and Europe. As such drivers needs to be aware of the adjusted battery format, range and charging which we have set out below:

Juniper Premium RWD 4680 - with a usable battery of 74 kWh this RWD SUV offers 220kW (295hp), top speeds of 125mph and 0-62 times of 5.6 seconds. Real-world ranges suggest a combined 240 miles in colder weather with warmer temperatures to allow for 335 miles (on a full charge) - 290 miles combined . The 11kW AC allows for 0-100% charging times of 8 hours with the 250kW DC enabling 10-80% in 36 minutes. The Model Y has no confirmed Bidirectional charging. It has a 159 mpg equivalent, 854L cargo volume (2138L with the seats down) and towing capabilities are 750kg (Unbraked) and 1600kg (Braked) The heat pump is available as a standard option.