Journal

Notes from the road.

UK charges, charging networks, rental basics, and routes worth the miles.

ULEZ, Congestion Charge & UK tolls — what renters need to know

London zones, clean-air rules, and the tunnels that catch visitors off guard — explained in plain English.

12 February 2026 · 8 min read

EV charging in the UK — networks, speeds, and rental etiquette

From motorway Ionity stops to overnight hotel chargers: how to keep a rental EV topped up without stress.

28 January 2026 · 7 min read

First time renting a car in the UK? Start here.

Licence checks, insurance excess, motorways, and the unofficial rules of the road.

5 January 2026 · 6 min read

A three-day Lake District loop — miles, stops, and the right car

Windermere to Honister Pass and back: 220 miles of the best driving in England.

18 December 2025 · 9 min read