The Future of Electric Vehicles

The future of electric vehicles looks very exciting. As the technology has become more commonplace, manufacturers have offered a more diverse range of battery-powered vehicles, offering buyers cars of all shapes and sizes.

You’ll find a wide variety of electric vehicles available here at Eden, too, so check out our website today for some of the best battery-powered cars about. But where is the technology heading and what can we look forward to in the future of electric cars? Let’s find out.

Increased Range

It’s not hard to see how the electric car range is on an upward trajectory. When the first EVs hit the market they could barely cover a handful of miles, while today’s latest models - like the new Peugeot e-3008, for example - can travel well over 300 miles on a single charge.

As the technology progresses, it’s only likely that electric vehicle ranges will increase even further. However, today’s EVs still have more than enough range for most drivers.

More Outrageous Designs

We’ve already seen car designers push the envelope on some of the designs for the latest electric cars. Take one look at the latest Vauxhall Mokka - which is available via our website today - and you’ll see a car which is a far cry from the Vauxhall models of the past with its eye-catching ‘Vizor’ front end and slim, futuristic headlights.

But in the future, we could expect to see even wilder designs. Vauxhall gave us a glimpse of what its new cars could look like with its Experimental Concept, while MG has already brought some of that futuristic feel onto the roads with its head-turning Cyberster.

Even More Innovative Interiors

There’s no point in having a wild and innovative exterior if the cabin of a car isn’t up to the same standard. However, we can predict the future of electric vehicles incorporating some next-level technology, as well as a more screen-heavy focus that introduces bigger and sharper displays. The latest cars already bring loads of technology - like the impressive 12.3-inch screen that you’ll find on the latest Hyundai IONIQ 6 - but cars of the future could take this one step forward.

Take the Hyundai N Vision 74 concept. It combines an 80s-influenced exterior with a clever drive-focused interior which blends high-quality materials with a cool ‘piston-shaped’ design. While just a concept for now, the N Vision 74 does give a clue towards what we could expect from future Hyundai vehicles.

Faster Charging Speeds

One thing that makes a big impact on an EV is the charge time. This boils down to an electric car’s maximum charging rate. This dictates how much electricity a car can ‘accept’ when connected to a charger. For example, a car with a maximum charge rate of 100kW can only ever accept this much - even if you connected it to a rapid 350kW charger, the most it would be able to take is 100kW.

It’s this which could leap future EVs, shortening charging times in the process. That said, some of the latest EVs already come with some speedy charging rates - With its clever 800-volt architecture, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 can charge at speeds of up to 350kW, which means a 10 to 80 per cent charge could be completed in just 18 minutes. It’s one of the quickest charge times of any car currently on sale in the UK, in fact, and you can check it out via our website today.

Greater Use of Sustainable Materials

Modern-day electric vehicles already make use of some clever sustainable materials which lower a vehicle’s impact on the environment from day one. These include recycled plastics and other materials taken from more eco-friendly sources. Cars like the new Peugeot e-208 have an average of 30 per cent recycled and natural materials used in their make-up, including natural hemp fibres for the dashboard and recycled plastics in a variety of other areas.

There’s no drop off in quality, either, and if you speak to one of our friendly team you can organise a way to see for yourself in one of the latest models. In the future, it’ll likely be the case that there’s an even greater use of sustainable materials in EVs. Not only does this lessen the environmental impact of a car, but means that when a car has reached the end of its life it is more easily recycled.

Why Wait for the Future to Arrive?

While the future does hold a lot in store for electric vehicles, some of the latest EVs - available via our website - pack some truly next-level features. You’ll find cars from MG, Hyundai, Peugeot, Vauxhall and Mazda all available through our new car service.

So if you’re looking to make the switch to an EV, why not chat with one of our team to discuss how to join the electric lifestyle today?