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Previously answered questions

How do I plot a route for my electric car?

What about long trips in our electric car? We are regular visitors to Dingle, though we live in Kilkenny. I have tried to plot a way down, stopping to recharge, but I have to admit I am a bit confused about charge points on route.

Pat O Connor (Kilkenny)

Feb 2016 Filed under: electric cars

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Are electric cars a real option now?

Are electric cars a real option now? Looking to purchase a second hand car 2012 upwards. What do you think?

Paul Mccabe (Kilkenny)

Jan 2016 Filed under: electric cars

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Would the electric Renault Fluence be reliable?

Are 2012 Renault Fluence electric reliable? Potential major problems?

Denise Moore

Apr 2015 Filed under: electric cars

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Why doesn't the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV use a CVT?

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV comes with a single reduction gear transmission, why not a CVT? Does this not mean that engine and electric motors miss out on the advantages of operating at their optimum torque or economy band?

Chris Camp (Auckland)

Jul 2014 Filed under: electric cars

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What are the taxes on charging electric cars?

What does the ESB charge per kilowatt hour for electricity to plug-in electric cars? And is the tax charge on this the same as for petrol or diesel fuel? And if not, why not?

Alan Wilkes (Wicklow)

Jan 2014 Filed under: electric cars

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What is the performance of the Renault ZOE?

What is the kw/km performance for the new Renault ZOE electric car?

Denis Mulcahy

May 2012 Filed under: electric cars

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How can I charge an electric vehicle without a driveway?

How would I charge an electric car when I don't have a driveway ? I like the idea of having an electric car as my commute is approx 12 miles per day, but I don't have a driveway to charge it from. What are my options ?

Paul Campbell (Irishtown)

Oct 2011 Filed under: electric cars

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