Toyota claims that its bZ4X SUV can be juiced up to 80 per cent in around 30 minutes using a 150 kW charger while Hyundai claims that its Ioniq 5 takes 18 minutes to charge to full using a 350 kW supply. But are those figures valid in real-life conditions?

Laois is going green and electric with a wave of 14 EV car chargers planned across the county’s towns.

The greenest jail in the country opened its doors yesterday – with the aim of cutting crimes against the planet as well as society.

Electric car drivers have been warned over a major issue that could cost drivers thousands to fix.

Analysis: The good news is that they’re highly recyclable, but the process can be hazardous due to potential fires and other dangers.