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How many would consider an electric car? Motor Ombudsman poll gives an insight…

12th October 2021

A recent poll for The Motor Ombudsman reveals some interesting numbers... An online YouGov poll of more than 1,700 UK drivers has revealed that 61% would consider an electric car if they were to buy a new or used vehicle in 2022 The biggest key factors cited by respondents for going electric were namely, the growing network of EV chargers across the UK, a greater choice of … [Read more...]

News – Electric car prices around the world

2nd April 2020

David Miles (Miles Better News Agency) reports on the prices of electric cars around the globe... New research reveals the cheapest and most expensive countries around the world to purchase an electric vehicle…   Many of us are likely researching and dreaming of our next set of wheels whilst we're in lockdown; and many will have their mind set on going green and getting an electric … [Read more...]

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