Running out of charge stories
The problem of EVs running out of charge is a problem we are seeing more of on our roads today. By speaking with RAC patrols, we have gathered a range of real-life scenarios where an electric van or an electric car ran out of charge before the driver could reach a static charging station.
A Flat First Drive
The Citroën Ami is an unapologetically quirky quadricycle that we will undoubtedly see more of in the coming months and years. Designed for use in bustling cities and towns, the Ami offers a more affordable way to go electric on four wheels. With UK regulations...
Charge Pod Delivers EV Emergency Charge to Stranded Electric Vehicle
A Mercedes EQB was out of charge and was left stranded in the middle of the road. With no charging station in sight, the driver called the RAC for assistance. Fortunately, the RAC have equipped themselves with the fastest and safest solution to this highly dangerous...
RAC Provides Critical Support to Electric Vehicle Fleets
A transport and logistics company has added four all-electric vehicles to its low emission fleet. Whilst it is fantastic to see companies committed to drive their emissions down and commit to electrification, it is crucial that organisations are provided with...
Orange vans support green vans
Fleets are crucial to the decarbonisation of the country as they present an enormous opportunity to scale the progress of electrification. It is widely acknowledged that the electric car market is experiencing profound growth with an estimated 400,000...
Portable electric vehicle charger provides power boost to two flat Zipcars
Zipcar are leading the charge across London, giving Londoner's access to over 400 electric cars whenever they need them. As part of Zipcar’s customer service, they ensure their vehicles are charged overnight, so they have plenty of charge for when their customers use...
Electric Ambulance Runs Out of Charge at a Roadside
RAC act as first responders to flat electric ambulance... London’s first electric ambulance was just over a mile away from the hospital when it ran out of charge and was left stranded at the roadside. The RAC were prompt to respond and deployed a patrol vehicle to...
Power to the Porsche
An RAC customer was left stranded at their own home after purchasing a 2020 Porsche Cayenne e-hybrid 4 months ago. This patron had not charged the vehicle at all in this time, leaving the hybrid battery completely flat, so the RAC were phoned for assistance because...
Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Problems
It is known all too well that the electric vehicle charging infrastructure is problematic and contributes greatly to the range anxiety fears experienced by the general population. According to a report conducted by the RAC, 58% of people in the UK consider range...
A Smart Charge for the Smart Car
After recently purchasing a new Smart EQ forfour, this RAC customer was yet to have a home EV charger installed. Having had the vehicle for a few weeks, the charge on the car was running very low. Assuming he would be able to reach the static charging station at the...
Electric van runs flat
There are many reasons for companies to switch to electric vans. However, electric vans can also have their disadvantages. One of the main concerns with electric vans is range anxiety and range variation. Most vehicle manufacturers state a range of 100 miles, but it...