Why choose Castle as your EV accident repair specialist in Northamptonshire?

With the demand on manufacturers to reach the Government’s ZEV – “Zero emissions vehicle” mandate requirements there has been a significant push towards the production and purchase of Electric and Hybrid vehicles. Investing in the latest technologies and ongoing staff training to meet the demands for your vehicles has always been a priority for Castle.  Whatever the make or model of your vehicle when you choose our repair services, we want you to do so, safe in the knowledge that we boast the skills to repair it to the highest possible standards.

In the event of an accident, why should you choose Castle as your EV accident repair specialist in Northamptonshire? Find out why we are confident that you will not be dissatisfied by our EV repairs.

The ZEV mandate

The UK is positioned at the forefront of the global push to lower emissions with an ambitious framework for the switch to fully electric vehicles by 2035. New laws put in place by the Sunak Government on 3rd January 2024, outlined a pathway:

80% of new cars and 70% of new vans sold in Great Britain will now be zero emission by 2030, increasing to 100% by 2035.”

This came as an extension for manufacturers, delaying the original date for the ban on new diesel and petrol cars from 2030 to 2035, thus “putting the UK in line with other major global economies such as France, Germany, Sweden and Canada.” It was also with a view to giving more time to “consumers to make the choice to switch to electric, and level up our charging infrastructure” across the country.

EV Industry recognition by our approved brands

Castle’s reputation in Northamptonshire as a leading accident repair centre has always been bolstered by our status as an approved repairer for prestige vehicle brands. As part of the ongoing auditing process for these approvals, our team are subject to regular inspections and continual training to keep them fully skilled up against the latest models emerging into the market, including training for EV vehicles.

Always looking to stay ahead of the curve, Castle secured the Tesla seal of approval in January 2023. This involved sending our METs for Tesla training at their training academy in Holland in addition to investing in Tesla specific tooling.

BYD, OMODA, JAECOO Accident Repairs In Northampton

Beyond our approved manufacturer partnerships, Castle Coachworks is proud to be the local repair centre of choice for BYD, Omoda, and Jaecoo owners. Based locally and with 30 years in the industry we trusted across the area and known for delivering high-quality accident and body repairs using genuine manufacturer repair methods and approved parts to ensure your vehicle is restored to the highest standard. Our specialist EV expertise means your electric or hybrid vehicle is handled safely and correctly by trained technicians using the latest equipment. From minor damage to major repairs, every job at Castle Coachworks is backed by a lifetime guarantee on our workmanship, giving local drivers complete confidence, quality, and peace of mind.