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No Solar? No Problem! Why I Installed a Battery System to Save on Energy Costs

No Solar? No Problem! Why I Installed a Battery System to Save on Energy Costs

by Ric Boullemier | Jun 5, 2025 | Blog

Solving My Energy Problem With rising electricity prices affecting my monthly bills, I decided to take control of my energy usage by installing a battery system. Surprisingly, I don’t have solar panels yet. Here’s why this decision makes sense, how it works, and...
Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid Review: Big, Bold and Packed with Awesome Party Tricks

Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid Review: Big, Bold and Packed with Awesome Party Tricks

by Ric Boullemier | May 29, 2025 | Blog, REVIEWS

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...
Blackouts in Spain and Portugal Show Why We Need Vehicle-to-Grid and Smart Energy Tech Now

Blackouts in Spain and Portugal Show Why We Need Vehicle-to-Grid and Smart Energy Tech Now

by Ric Boullemier | May 8, 2025 | Blog

On 28 April 2025, a massive blackout swept across Spain and Portugal, leaving millions of homes and businesses without power. While investigations are ongoing, early signs point to a mismatch between how much electricity was being generated and how much was being...
Supercharge Your EV Experience: Is Zapmap Premium worth it for EV drivers?

Supercharge Your EV Experience: Is Zapmap Premium worth it for EV drivers?

by Ric Boullemier | Apr 30, 2025 | Blog

Switching to an electric vehicle (EV) can seem daunting at first, especially when it comes to planning trips around charging stops. With so many EV chargers available, different pricing structures, and varying speeds, it’s completely understandable to feel a...
Kia PV5 Review: The Ground-Up Electric Van That’s Changing the Game

Kia PV5 Review: The Ground-Up Electric Van That’s Changing the Game

by Ric Boullemier | Apr 29, 2025 | Blog, REVIEWS

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...
Why Electric Vehicles Road trips are a lot like the London Marathon

Why Electric Vehicles Road trips are a lot like the London Marathon

by Ric Boullemier | Apr 24, 2025 | Blog

As the funny joke goes… “How do you know which guy in the pub drives an electric car?… Don’t worry, they’ll tell you!” Similar story for anyone training for a marathon! But why do they feel the need to brag about it? The main reason… Because they’re proud of the fact....
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