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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Anna Fielding

Stay in charge: why a plug-in hybrid can keep you on the road for longer

Man using mobile phone while charging electric car
The number of public charging points is growing rapidly, with the latest DC types offering speedy charging times. Photograph: SimonSkafar/Getty Images

Despite the rising numbers of electric and hybrid cars on our streets, there are still those among us – particularly if you use your car for business – who have concerns about their driving range and the accessibility of charging points.

Those concerns can be particularly acute for fleet managers or business owners with a million other things to take care of, and it may feel as if there is a risk attached to switching from petrol. But advances in battery technology and significant investment in charging infrastructure in recent years have made going electric or hybrid ever more viable – and potentially even cost-effective – for businesses. So, what should you look for if you want to increase your battery-powered road time?

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