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5 reasons to switch to EV
Posted August 30, 2023
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Overview
Thinking of switching to an electric vehicle?
With greater choice and availability of electric models, the number of electric vehicles (EVs) in the UK is growing at a rapid rate. In fact, EVs now account for over 50% of UK car sales. If you’re considering making the switch to an EV or you are a fleet manager considering phasing out your company’s petrol and diesel vehicles, then here are five compelling reasons to do so.
5 reasons to switch to EV
- Lifetime emissions of an EV are up to 70% less than petrol and diesel vehicles
- Pure EVs that produce no tailpipe emissions are exempt from road tax
- The average annual running cost of an EV, including refuelling/charging, insurance, Mot and servicing can be up to 49% lower than petrol or diesel vehicles
- EV drivers can take advantage of no congestion charges in London and eligibility to drive through low emission zones for free
- The sale of petrol and diesel vehicles will be banned in the UK in 2035
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