It's a myth that you can't drive very far in an all-electric vehicle. As the technology is developed the ranges are getting better every year too. Current figures with Volvo's choice of EVs offers 503.3 miles with the EX60 - that's sufficient to get you from Ipswich to Lands End, Cornwall, with 100 miles to spare. That's not a journey you're likely to do on a regulars basis so all other normal driving routes should be fine if you're charging overnight.

Range anxiety is a term used to describe fear that whilst driving an electric car your battery will run out without immediate access to a charging point. In reality, you needn't worry. When driving a combustion engine you keep an eye on the fuel gauge and you recognise when you need to head to the fuel station. Since nearly all fuel stations also have charging points these days the only extra thing you'll need to consider is how long it takes to charge as this will take a little longer than using petrol of diesel. However, due to the versatility and simplicity of installing charging points (in comparison to fuelling stations), you can find them also at shopping centres, carparks, restaurants and many other places. So arguably, you have more options of places to charge than you did when you drove a petrol or diesel!

Volvo designs its batteries to provide long-term durability and reliability. Battery warranty coverage is also available for additional peace of mind.

The clue is in the name. These are chargers which are able to charge much quicker than one you may have in your household. This is a result of a higher amount of power running through their system. Rapid Alternating current (AC) chargers use around 43Kwh which is much more power in comparison to Fast chargers which are rated around 7-22Kwh. Direct Current (DC) chargers feed direct to the car and can deliver about 50 Kwh.

Absolutely!  There are many different charging solutions available.  With a home wallbox, it's a case of plug-in, forget then come back and enjoy electric mobility - simply make it part of your routine by plugging in when your car is idle at home and you need never worry about how much charge is left.

This can vary depending on the model you are driving and how and where you are charging it.  For full EVs, at fast charging stations a typical charge to 80% is between 32-37 minutes whilst charging to 100% from home or work is 7-8 hours.  Plug-in hybrids on the other hand will be between 3-8 hours.

Zero emissions refers directly the tailpipe emissions.  An electric car has zero emissions as it runs purely off electricity and consequently does not realise emissions into the atmosphere (and doesn't have a tailpipe) in comparison to a ICE car which releases CO2 via a tailpipe.  Zero Omissions is a phrase used by Volvo occasionally and refers to ambitions to be carbon neutral within the whole production of the car without the use of any fossil fuels during any of the process of manufacturing. 

We all know that electricity and water aren't a good mix, however all EV's have been sufficiently waterproofed to ensure that this should not be a problem.  However, you should approach deep puddles exactly like you would had with an ICE car and ideal check the full depth your car is able to drive through.

Most of the noise you hear from a regular car is coming from the engine.  Since electric cars don't have engines you won't even hear when the car starts.  When you pull off you'll hear a faint dim whirling sound coming from the small fan which keeps the car's charging equipment cool. You may also notice the sound of the tyres on the tarmac however, overall however, you'll notice much less sound in comparison to ICE cars.  When electric cars are reversing all models have a (often futuristic) sound which acts as a pedestrian warning.