What:
LV= General Insurance has launched ElectriX, a one-stop shop offering drivers everything they need for an electric car – from leasing a vehicle to buying a home charger and getting electric car insurance.
Why:
The electric car market is taking off, but many drivers are potentially confused or put off by upfront costs, the fear of the unknown when it comes to range anxiety and battery life, or the challenges of charging while on the road.
How:
- ElectriX solves these issues by finding the right car through CBVC Vehicle Management, providing a home charging solution via Indra, and offering bespoke insurance as well as advice from LV=.
- Their end-to-end leasing journey with CBVC Vehicle Management enables drivers to find the right car based on their needs and budget.
- They have electric cars available across several makes and models, with rental prices starting from £238 a month.
- Though some manufacturers have a 9-12 month wait time for electric cars, ElectriX aims to deliver the vehicle as quickly as possible, with many cars available straight away.
- Once the order goes through and the car is delivered, CBVC offers online and phone support for payments and notifications too.
- Likewise, Indra allows drivers to buy a Smart PRO home charger, which is compatible with all electric cars.
- The charger helps drivers charge their car from home when it is cheapest and most convenient, with speeds up to 7.4kW boosting an electric car’s range by 30 miles in an hour.
- Prices start at £1,149 and include free installation with up to 15 meters of mains supply cabling and a standard 5-meter charging cable designed to fit all electric vehicles.
- The charging package also features a personal charging schedule, solar compatibility, automatic software updates, and home fuse protection.
- LV= General Insurance offers tailored cover for home charging cables and wall boxes, the supply of electric or hybrid courtesy cars, and access to a network of specialist electric car repairers across the country.
- It also covers drivers if they run out of charge, either via a 30-minute charge at the roadside or transportation to the nearest charging unit, as well as a 90-day quote validity and LV= Britannia Rescue breakdown cover.
- On top of these, ElectriX has guides, blogs, jargon busters, videos, and quizzes that provide reassurance and answer any questions or concerns people may have on their electric car journey.