The Electric Car Guide is the definitive guide to owning and using an electric car. Now in its fifth edition, it has been extensively rewritten for 2015 to take into account the latest vehicles and the latest developments in this exciting area. The author, Michael Boxwell, has been involved in the electric car industry since 2004 and has owned and used electric cars as personal and family transport since 2006. The book explains both the benefits and drawbacks of electric car ownership, explores the environmental benefits and demonstrates the true costs associated with owning an electric car. By the time you have finished reading this book, you will understand what it is like to own, use and live with an electric car. You will understand the arguments both for and against electric car use and you will know whether or not an electric car is suitable for you. - Publisher.