Commenting on the Government’s 10-point plan which includes bringing forward the ban on new petrol and diesel car sales to 2030, Edmund King, AA president, says; “The 2030 target is incredibly ambitious, but the transformation to electric cars is welcome.
“Consistently, the barriers to EV ownership are: the initial cost of the car and availability, perceived single-charge range anxiety and charging infrastructure – particularly for the third of drivers without off-street parking. If we can tackle these issues with considerable investment and focus, the electric revolution could flourish.
“The concession for hybrids will be a welcome stepping stone for fleets and individuals before going fully electric