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Half of petrol and diesel drivers want to go electric

Octopus Electric Vehicles: Charging infrastructure myth busted as 4 in 5 EV drivers say: ‘The network is good’

Mark Moran
05 September 2024
Octopus is seeking to dispel myths about EVs

 

New research has found that fossil fuel drivers are tempted to make the switch to electric cars. The research, conducted by Octopus Electric Vehicles, found that those who have already made the switch did so because they want to help the planet, their love for tech and cheaper running costs, while 96% say their next car will be an EV.

One in two (47%) drivers of petrol and diesel cars are tempted to switch to electric because of cheaper running costs, the new research found. Drivers of...

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