When it comes to choosing a car for business, reliability is key. Where there were once concerns about the driving range of electrics and hybrids, a new generation of plug-in hybrids, along with investment in charging infrastructure, should make that a thing of the past

Despite the rising numbers of electric and hybrid cars on our streets, there are still those among us – particularly if you use your car for business – who have concerns about their driving range and the accessibility of charging points.

Those concerns can be particularly acute for fleet managers or business owners with a million other things to take care of, and it may feel as if there is a risk attached to switching from petrol. But advances in battery technology and significant investment in charging infrastructure in recent years have made going electric or hybrid ever more viable – and potentially even cost-effective – for businesses. So, what should you look for if you want to increase your battery-powered road time?