Used Electric Cars for Sale Scotland

It's completely free! Electric cars are exempt from road tax, or Vehicle Excise Duty (VED), since they produce zero tailpipe emissions. This is because the energy comes solely from the battery and electric motor, meaning they are far less harmful to the environment.

Yes. All cars, including electric vehicles, must have an MOT every year once they reach over three years old. This ensures they remain safe to drive on the roads and allows any unknown issues to be detected and resolved efficiently.

Yes. Although they are free from paying road tax, you still need to register and tax your vehicle in line with current government regulations.

There are lots of fantastic electric cars on the market today, with improved ranges and the latest technology available.

At Macklin Motors, you'll find a range of top used electric cars in excellent condition from leading manufacturers. These include Ford, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, MG, Nissan, Peugeot, Renault, Toyota, and Vauxhall. Browse our range of used electric car offers now.

There are lots of fantastic electric cars on the market today, with improved ranges and the latest technology available.

Charging an electric car is fairly simple, with a charging cable plugged into a power source and tethered to the vehicle using a connector. You can do this at home, work, public charging stations and service stations.

At home, this will be done using a cable which is plugged into your vehicle to start charging, or by simply plugging it into a standard three-pin plug. When charging at a public station, you may need a Type 2 cable (excluding DC rapid chargers since these have attached cables).

There are also four main types of chargers when it comes to speed: slow, fast, rapid, and ultra-rapid. Fast chargers are found at most public charging stations and are great for charging on-the-go. These can boost your charge from 0-80% in as quick as 30 minutes. For a full breakdown, read this charging guide from Pod Point.

Charging times for electric cars will vary depending on the size of the battery and speed of the charger you use. Pod Point states that a typical electric car with a 60kWh battery takes up to eight hours for a full charge with a slow 7kW charger.

For best results, it's a good idea to top up your electric car's battery on-the-go at public charging stations using a rapid charger. These allow you to charge up to 80% in under half an hour, so you'll be on the road again in next to no time.

Each model varies, so you should consult your owner's handbook for information on charging your specific vehicle.

The cost of charging an electric car varies depending on the network you use if charging publicly, or the time of day you charge if charging at home. For home charging, this can be scheduled for off-peak times in order to help you take advantage of cheaper energy tariffs.

Most service stations will charge reasonable rates for charging. Some supermarkets also offer this to customers for free. With network subscriptions, you should find many on-street charging points for free. Using apps such as JustCharge, Octopus, Zap-Map, Chargepoint and more, you can search for charging stations nearby and view prices.

The distance, or range, of an electric car varies by model and manufacturer. For instance, the Renault Zoe's 52kWh battery provides up to 239 miles, while MG's MG4 offers up to 281 miles of electric range.

As technology improves, electric cars will be capable of providing a longer range in between charges. Whichever you choose, you can rest assured that with regular top-ups along the way you'll have plenty of range to get to your destination.