Our reviews on the latest Sustainable Vehicles
Is the MINI JCW Electric Too Small for Real Life? We Stress Tested It
The MINI Cooper Electric (and especially the John Cooper Works Electric) might just be the most fun small EV you can buy! But here’s the real trap: the mistake isn’t buying a bad car - it’s buying the wrong size car for your life. So this isn’t a traditional review....
2026 Fleet Launch Guide: Key EVs, PHEVs & Electric Vans
Electrification is accelerating. New brands are gaining ground. Some are getting left behind!Manufacturers are under pressure to deliver more capability … at the right price.If you think EV drivers need their heads examining, try driving a few miles in their shoes....
JAECOO 7 Review (PHEV): Range Rover Looks on a Tiguan Budget?
You know that feeling when a car rolls past and your brain goes: “That looks expensive.” Then you clock the price and think:“Hang on… is this a bargain?” That’s exactly the vibe with the JAECOO 7 (our car was the plug-in hybrid, often labelled “SHS”). It’s got...
The YOYO EV: Small Car, Big Solution
I’ve driven everything from seven-seat SUVs to high-performance electric super cars, but every now and then something tiny reminds me that smaller can be smarter. Meet the XEV YOYO, a pint-sized all-electric city car that costs less than a bag of peanuts per 100 miles...
Cupra Tavascan Review: The Villain of Electric SUVs
If Darth Vader and James Bond teamed up to design an SUV, it might look a lot like this. Meet the Cupra Tavascan, an all-electric performance SUV that’s equal parts stealth machine and family car. But is it truly practical… or just an evil mastermind’s dream ride?...
The All-New Tesla Model Y: Is This the UK’s Best Family EV?
The newly updated Tesla Model Y is here, and it’s already turning heads. With smarter tech, improved design and plenty of family-friendly touches, I took it on a proper test drive to find out if it really is the ultimate electric car for families. From school runs and...
Renault 5 Electric Review: Retro Looks, Modern Charm, and a LOT of French Flare
In a world full of sleek, serious (some might say boring) cars, the all-electric Renault 5 dares to be different. It’s cheeky, charming, and confidently retro - with just the right dose of modern EV tech. But could this be the coolest compact EV of the year? Let’s...
Peugeot e-2008 Review: The Playful, Punchy Hatch That Might Just Win You Over
The 2024 Peugeot e-2008 has had more than just a new badge and a fancy light upgrade – it’s had a performance boost, a bigger battery, and a range that’s seriously competitive for its size. Oh, and it can be fully charged for less than a Tesco Meal Deal. We took it...
MG4 Review: Why This Electric Hatchback is Turning Heads
The MG4 isn’t just another electric car - it's an award-winning, affordable EV that could revolutionise your daily drive. Now under Chinese ownership, MG has electrified its lineup, introducing the stylish, practical, and highly appealing MG4. But why exactly is this...
BYD Sealion 7 Review: The EV That Silences Petrolheads?
Fast, fully electric, and fiercely stylish. The BYD Sealion 7 has entered the electric SUV market with confidence, promising to impress even the most die-hard petrolheads. We took it for a spin around Milton Keynes suburbia to find out if this could be the...
Is This the First Perfect EV? – Our Look at the BYD Dolphin Surf
If you’re new to electric cars or just EV-curious, then you’ll want to check out BYD’s latest offering: the Dolphin Surf. We got our hands on one for a first look, and trust us, it’s small, smart, surprisingly stylish, and packed with features you’d expect on a car...
Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid Review: Big, Bold and Packed with Awesome Party Tricks
We’ve driven a lot of electric vehicles over the years — so many, in fact, that we’d almost forgotten what it feels like to drive something with a petrol engine. Enter the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid: a seven-seater beast that blends battery-powered smoothness...
Kia PV5 Review: The Ground-Up Electric Van That’s Changing the Game
Welcome to our in-depth Kia PV5 review—Kia’s first purpose-built electric van that’s set to redefine expectations for commercial EVs. Whether you're a tradesperson looking to electrify your work van or a fleet manager searching for more efficiency and lower running...
Kia EV9 Review – The Ultimate Electric Family SUV?
The Kia EV9 isn't just an SUV—it's practically a living room on wheels. If you're after comfort, speed, and heaps of space, this might just be the electric car you've been waiting for. But is it the perfect choice for your family? Let’s dive in.Interior and Space –...
When Harry met the BYD Seal U DM-i
Behind the Wheel with Sky Sports F1 Commentator Harry Benjamin: A Look at the BYD Plug-in Hybrid For motorsport fans, there’s nothing quite like the thrill of Formula 1. The noise, the speed, the rush… for Sky Sports F1 commentator Harry Benjamin, that excitement has...
Volkswagen ID.7 Review: Is This the Smartest Family EV Yet?
A Brand New Era for Volkswagen’s Electric Lineup. The Volkswagen ID.7 is the brand’s most advanced electric vehicle yet…a sleek, tech-filled, long-range fastback that aims to redefine what the family EV. Positioned as VW’s answer to premium electric saloons like the...
Long Road Trip? No Problem with Zapmap and the Ford Explorer
When embarking on a long road trip in an electric vehicle, preparation is absolutely everything. With the all-electric Ford Explorer at my disposal, I set off on a challenging journey from London to Newcastle and beyond! Our goal? To test the car’s capabilities during...
Polestar 3 vs. Polestar 4: Which Electric SUV Reigns Supreme?
When Polestar introduced two of its latest electric SUVs, the Polestar 3 and the Polestar 4, it felt like Christmas for me and many other EV enthusiasts. Each car represents Polestar’s commitment to innovation, luxury, and sustainability, but they cater to very...
Exploring the All-Electric Porsche Macan EV – Style, Performance, and Practicality
Electric cars are becoming more than just a sustainable option—they’re transforming into luxury vehicles that rival, and sometimes surpass, their petrol-powered predecessors. Enter the Porsche Macan EV, an electrified take on Porsche’s best-selling SUV. In this blog,...
Polestar 3: The SUV for the Electric Ages
The Polestar 3 has arrived, and we think it’s setting an exciting new benchmark for electric SUVs. Combining cutting-edge design, advanced tech, and a focus on sustainability, this SUV is ready to take on the likes of the BMW iX, Audi Q8 e-tron, and Mercedes EQE SUV....
The Volvo EX30: A Compact Electric SUV with Big Ambitions
Electric vehicles are no longer considered a niche choice; they are the future of automotive based on our experience. Today, we dive into Volvo’s latest offering, the EX30, a compact electric SUV that promises power, tech, and sustainability. Does it deliver? Let’s...
Can I CONVINCE JIMMY BULLARD to drive an ELECTRIC CAR?! – With the VW ID.3 2024…
We had an absolute blast filming our latest video featuring the ever-entertaining Jimmy Bullard, where we reviewed the Volkswagen ID.3 and explored just how easy it is to charge an electric vehicle (EV). Spoiler alert—it’s way easier than you might think, especially...
Exclusive Polestar 4 Review – The car with no rear window?
We were recently invited to an exclusive media day by Polestar to get behind the wheel of not one, but two of their latest EVs: the Polestars 3 and 4. The Sustainable Dad Richard Boullemier ⚡️ was behind the wheel with our new stunt driver David Garrido, while...
How we travelled 1,000km with zero emissions from London to the Alps in an EV
SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL SOLUTIONS Driving across Europe doesn’t need to cost the earth, and after a heated debate with a bar-stool warrior in my local, who will remain nameless (Jason), we decided to prove him wrong. Jason’s gripe was that electric vehicles were rubbish...
Porsche Macan Electric: A quick overview
It's no secret that the automotive industry is undergoing a tremendous shift towards electric vehicles (EVs). As more car manufacturers embrace the EV revolution, Porsche recently joined the race by releasing its second electric vehicle, the Macan Electric. Now let's...
Exclusive… Polestar 3: The SUV for the Electric Age
If you hate electric cars; driving long distances; cars with loads of storage space for buggies, snowboards, kitchen sinks etc. then this probably isn’t the car for you. And if performance isn’t important to you as a driver, then you might want to stop reading right...
An Exclusive Look Inside the Tesla Model S Plaid
The Tesla Model S Plaid isn’t just one of the best Electric Vehicles on earth, it’s one of the best vehicles on earth, full stop. And Ric, aka Sustainable Dad, got a private tour of the impressive Model S Plaid at the British Motor Show. Thousands of car fanatics...
Tesla Model Y: 3 Countries, 2 Days, 1 Charge
Apparently Electric Vehicles can’t drive long distances! Let’s put that theory to the test! We all love a good adventure, especially one that challenges our conceptions and pushes the boundaries of what we thought was possible. Well, get ready for an epic electric...
Will this TEN-YEAR-OLD TESLA beat a BRAND-NEW ELECTRIC CAR?
If you’re a parent, a golfer or just bring lots of baggage, you know STORAGE is crucial when picking your next car. So we decided to do a little challenge to see who would win the space race between the Telsa Model S and Genesis GV80 Electrified! Electric vehicles...
McMurtry Speirling Stuns Goodwood Festival of Speed Once Again!
As the engines roared and tires screeched, the Goodwood Festival of Speed witnessed yet another breathtaking appearance of the McMurtry Speirling, an extraordinary marvel of engineering and speed. Max Chilton, the talented driver behind the wheel, left the crowd in...
The BMW i7: A Luxury Electric Saloon Car That Lives Up to the Hype
If you’re looking for an electric saloon car with a serious WOW factor, it’s hard to look past the all electric BMWi7. According to my co-pilot on this EV adventure, TV Presenter Manish Bhasin, “It’s got it all!” and it’s hard to argue with him. This exceptional...
Mercedes-Benz EQC Review
Welcome to an electric vehicle where luxury unites with sustainability. The Mercedes-Benz EQC claims to be groundbreaking, embodying elegance, performance and environmental responsibility. In this Mercedes-Benz EQC review, we examine why it stands out. Unmatched...
Genesis GV60 Review
Spoiler alert: I LOVE THIS CAR. And wish it was on my super sustainable driveway permanently! (Just in case you’re expecting a balanced review!) Today I’d like to introduce you to the Genesis GV60, a notable EV that according to its manufacturer, Hyundai, seamlessly...
Volkswagen ID.4 Review
Attention, eco-conscious enthusiasts and sustainable adventurers! We have an exciting revelation for you - the Volkswagen ID.4. This remarkable electric vehicle embodies the spirit of sustainability, innovation, and family-friendly design, making it the perfect choice...
Audi RS e-tron GT Review
We have something truly remarkable to share with you: the Audi RS e-tron GT. This cutting-edge electric sports car represents a paradigm shift in the automotive industry, combining mind-blowing power with a commitment to a greener future. Buckle up, as we dive into...
The Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo
As a sustainable living advocate and electric vehicle enthusiast, I was excited to get behind the wheel of the Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo, and I'm happy to report that this luxury electric wagon did not disappoint. In this video review, I'll share my thoughts on the...
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