Electric and hybrid driving at Hendy

At Hendy we are proud of our forward-thinking, progressive outlook. When the UK government announced that the ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles had been brought forward from 2040 to 2030, we were already seeing, and catering for, a great deal of interest in electric vehicles and hybrids across our range of manufacturers. We realised there were plenty of opportunities to make the switch to electric and hybrid as easy, simple and straightforward as possible for our customers. Whether that’s installing charge points at our dealerships or offering reliable, informed advice on the perfect model for you – here at Hendy we can ensure you get your journey to greener driving off to the best possible start.

EV driver benefits at Hendy

In order to make the transition to an electric vehicle lifestyle as easy as possible, we are proud to offer customers stepping into their first EVs a bespoke package of benefits. We partnered with Zoom EV at a time of massive growth for electric vehicle sales, with one in 10 new cars sold in the UK being either a battery or plug-in hybrid vehicle. When you buy your EV with Hendy, not only will you receive the quality customer service you’d expect from us, but you will be given access to a whole host of offers and discounts through Zoom EV. Your package will save you time and money by connecting you to the essential services you need to run your EV including home charging, public charging, home energy tariffs and public parking. Your benefits can save you up to £1,000 in your first year of EV ownership, with market-leading discounts across BP Pulse, Osprey, EO Charging, SSE and more. The Hendy benefits bundle is now available on all new and used electric vehicles from Hendy –why not get your EV journey started today?

Did you know?

Motorists with new and used zero-emission cars will be able to have their vehicles fitted with the green number plates at all Hendy dealerships. The plates, which feature a green strip on the left-hand side of the registration number, identify zero-emission vehicles. It is hoped that they will help local authorities implement new policies such as cost-free entry into zero-emission zones, and encourage more people to make the switch to eco-friendly driving ahead of the ban on traditional fossil fuel vehicles.

Why not speak to you nearest Hendy dealership about having green plates fitted to your zero-emission vehicle?

Confused? We’re here to help

We know there’s a lot of confusion around electric and hybrid vehicles. How do they charge? Will it run out while you’re driving? What’s the difference between a BEV and a PHEV? And, most importantly – which one is right for you? We’ve put together a breakdown of what each term means. If you’re still not sure and want to speak to a member of the team about anything from battery range to the infrastructure in place, we’d be happy to help. Just contact your nearest Hendy dealership!

Hybrid (HEV)

A hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) uses two sources of power – a traditional petrol or diesel engine and an electric battery or motor. These vehicles automatically switch between the engines, selecting conventional power, pure electric (usually for shorter journeys), or both. There’s no plugging in required – the battery is charged by recovering energy that would otherwise be wasted to help with acceleration or even driving at low speeds.

Mild Hybrid (MHEV)

Mild hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs) are a great way to introduce yourself to electrified driving. These models house a small electric motor that assists the petrol or diesel engine, aiding efficiency when at low speed or stationary. The separate battery is automatically recharged using energy usually lost when braking. As with the HEV, there’s no plugging in required.

Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV)

You’ve probably heard about plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) the most. These come with a larger high-voltage battery that is charged up using a plug-in charge cable connected to an external supply. The bigger battery means you can produce zero emissions for longer, with the petrol or diesel engine ready to kick in if you need it.

Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV)

A pure battery electric vehicle (BEV) runs on electricity alone, with no petrol or diesel engine at all. You’ll produce zero emissions wherever you go, and also benefit from incentives such as free travel through Clean Air Zones. To charge it, just plug it in either using a home charging station or a public charge point.