Electric FAQ

  • Ranges vary depending on make/model; an increasing number of vehicles will now cover 200+ miles on a single charge. For example, the latest Renault Zoe can cover up to 242 miles and the Mercedes EQS up to 395 miles, all on a single charge.

  • A comprehensive vehicle guide is available here: https://www.zap-map.com/electric-vehicles/electric-models/

  • Please note that electric range can vary depending on driving style, type of journey, weather conditions, etc. If you have any questions or concerns regarding range, please visit the manufacturers website, or contact us on 01206 255420 and we will happily answer any questions you may have.
  • The best way is to charge the vehicle when it is stationary, at home and/or at work. Like your mobile phone, plug it in at night, topping up during the day only if needed.

  • When a home or work charging point cannot be accessed, many public charging points are now available. Information is available online when planning a journey, for example here: https://www.zap-map.com/ or follow the link to Zap Map on the Lookers website.
  • Lookers have partnered with Rightccharge, to help you choose, supply, and fit the EV charging point.

  • Provided you qualify, Lookers fund your chosen charger up to a value of £1500 installed cost for 12 months interest free. Rightcharge can also help with your tariff choice to find you the best one for EV usage. Details of the Rightcharge scheme can be found on SharePoint or Workplace.

  • Most manufacturers will include a charging cable with an electric vehicle, either a lead for a domestic 3 pin socket or a “Type 2” fast charging cable. Please check with the manufacturer which cable (if any) is included with your vehicle of choice before placing your application.

  • Please note, a 3-pin cable is designed for emergency use only and may take significant time to fully charge an electric vehicle.
  • Most home and public charge points use a “Type 2” connector. We recommend you check with the vehicle manufacturer that the car you plan to lease has the appropriate cable included if you intend to have a charging point fitted at your property.
  • A typical EV with a 60kWh battery will take less than 8 hours to charge from empty to full when using a home charger that delivers 7kwh.

  • Most home chargers deliver this power but depending on the incoming main supply at your home along with the main fuse capacity you may be restricted to a 3.5kwh charger.

  • Your local DNO (Distribution Network Operator) can upgrade the mains fuse to allow 7kwh charger to be installed – it's rare that this needs to happen and if it does in many cases this is a free service from the DNO.

  • When on public DC rapids (Direct Current) chargers then re-charging is vastly quicker depending on the power of the charger and the DC charge rate of the vehicle. Most cars will allow 100kwh DC charging which then will charge the same battery in @40 minutes.

  • Using a 3-pin domestic plug will take @31 hours to charge from empty to full. In practise no EV driver goes from empty to full... the reality is for example from 30% to 80% so charge times are a lot shorter. Many drivers top up their charge regularly, rather than waiting for the battery to empty. You can compare the cost of charging an EV to fuelling a petrol/diesel car here: https://www.zap-map.com/tools/journey-cost-calculator/
  • Please call our team on 01206 255420 who will be happy to help.