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Switching to Electric

In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of people choosing electric vehicles over petrol and diesel vehicles. Electric vehicles are those that run on 100% electric power or part electric and part fuel (Hybrids). EVs recharge their electric components by being plugged-in, apart from Mild Hybrids which recharge their electric battery through regenerative braking. There are a number of benefits to electric driving, including cheaper running and maintenance costs, reduced noise pollution and lower congestion charges, as well as environmental benefits. Charging your electric vehicle has been made easy, thanks to wallboxes which can be installed at home, whilst there are also many public charging stations available across the UK for on-the-go use. Electric vehicles are now the future.

As a family owned automotive business steeped in local history, Marriott Motor Group is built with honesty, integrity and customer service at the heart of our values. With the continued challenges of a rapidly changing environmental landscape and automotive mobility solutions, we are more conscious than ever of the responsibilities this brings to us. As a result of our proud relationship with the manufacturers that we represent, we are at the very forefront of the transition toward Electric Vehicle ownership, along with the continuation of the combustion engine vehicles still available today.

This has enabled us to offer our customers a variety of vehicle ownership solutions, however, we also realise that the change to EV ownership does not just begin with the vehicle, it also requires an understanding of whether an EV can work for you. We’re here to help make your decision easier and this page has lots of useful information regarding public electric charging.

Making the switch to electric will mean a few changes. Firstly, it’s a huge step to reducing harmful emissions and the release of them into the atmosphere. This has a positive effect on human health as well as the environment. Zero emissions also means you will have lower road tax and won’t have to pay the London congestion charge. What’s more, the cost of maintaining an EV is lower due to fewer mechanical parts requiring periodic servicing.

Recharging an electric vehicle costs much less than filling up with fuel. The cost of electricity at charging stations varies and some points are free, however charging at home can cost as little as 2p per mile. When you make a journey, instead of planning based on your remaining fuel mileage it will be based on your remaining battery mileage. Therefore, you will need to consider charging your vehicle prior to leaving and where to stop to recharge if you’re going on a significant journey. Your journeys will also be quieter with smoother acceleration due to the electric engine.