Editor's letter

Imagine pulling up to an EV charger, plugging in for five minutes, and driving off with 250 miles of range, just like refuelling a petrol car. According to Startline Motor Finance’s latest survey, 72% of consumers say they’d make the switch to electric if this became reality.  

But is the technology ready? Experts suggest we’re close, but significant hurdles remain. While manufacturers are pushing ultra-fast charging solutions, today’s battery systems can’t yet withstand the extreme power demands. Infrastructure is another major challenge, chargers rated at 1MW would require a massive investment in the UK’s grid.  This edition’s top story considers the dream of achieving 250 miles with five minutes of charging and how a breakthrough may not be too far away. 

Our other big story looks at what Charlie Nunn's evidence before MPs tells us about Lloyds's attitude towards liability as the Supreme Court deadline on commission disclosure nears.
​​​​​​​Best regards, 

Alejandro Gonzalez, editor