SMMT worried about chargepoint coverage

EV charging point numbers fall behind as plug-in vehicles surge

Plug-in electric vehicles continue to grow in popularity, accounting for around one in every six new cars registered in 2021, according to the Society of Motor?Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). While most people currently purchasing an electric vehicle are likely to be able to plug in at home, on a driveway or designated parking bay, achieving net zero requires all drivers to make the switch, including those who depend on on-street parking.

The SMMT is keen that public charging infrastructure...