Josh Bowness
Hey! I’m one of the writers at elmo and the company’s resident car nerd. Growing up near Goodwood Motor Circuit, my interest in the automotive space has been huge since day dot: from tiny kei cars to huge trucks, slick urban runabouts to mad hypercars, I’m pretty keen on the lot. I’m loving writing more and more about this ever changing industry as we all shift to an electrified future.
The best non-cash employee benefits

The best non-cash employee benefits

Non-cash benefits are designed to be entertaining, help employees use their money more effectively and – ultimately – make their lives that bit easier. They can be small, like free tea and coffee at the office, or they can be large, like childcare vouchers. But why are they good for employees? Find out here.

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Why the Kia e-Niro was such a success

Why the Kia e-Niro was such a success

Branded as “the UKs best affordable electric car” when it was reviewed by Auto Express, the Kia e-Niro was a huge success when it came out. Originally available as a hybrid, the now facelifted ‘Niro EV’ (as it’s currently known) is only available as an all-electric car. But what made the first one so successul?

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Are car subscriptions worth it?

Are car subscriptions worth it?

We’re all about car subscriptions at elmo, it’s our thing, but what if you’re new to the concept or aren’t sure if it’s right for you? What are the drawbacks?

We’ll go through and unpick the car subscription, honestly, so you can make an informed decision for yourself.

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The London ULEZ expansion: will London go electric?

The London ULEZ expansion: will London go electric?

The London ULEZ is expanding. Transport for London are doing this to “help clear London’s air” and “improve health” by lowering toxic fumes in our capital. How does the ULEZ impact people and what cars are affected? We discuss whether this might encourage residents to go electric…

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Some EVs we’re excited about…

Some EVs we’re excited about…

We’ve done some grafting and found out some of the EVs, sensible and otherwise, that you should know about. They’re all set to be on UK roads within the next few years. It’s an exciting time to go electric.

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My new friend, ZOE – long term test

My new friend, ZOE – long term test

“I knew the ZOE would make a good four-wheeled companion, but I wasn’t expecting to ‘miss’ it quite as much as I do.” Find out what happened when we gave Josh, one of the elmo team, a Renault ZOE to live with.

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Is salary sacrifice worth it?

Is salary sacrifice worth it?

Let us explain how a salary sacrifice scheme is worth it, the benefits it has for employers and employees, and why salary sacrifice is a fantastic way to get behind the wheel of your very own electric car.

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Life with an MG4 – is it worth it?

Life with an MG4 – is it worth it?

MG are determined to put to bed the idea that electric cars are ‘compromised’. The MG4 EV is their next assault on that, being branded as one of the best electric cars on sale this year. But what’s life like with one really?

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