Cost of electric cars 'discouraging factor' for 70% in NI

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Low running costs, being ‘environmentally friendly’ and grants - which are no longer available - were the top three reasons people would consider making the switch

The price of electric cars puts most people off buying one in Northern Ireland, according to an official report.

Eight in 10 said they plan to buy an electric vehicle within the next five years while 37% say they will ‘definitely’ or ‘strongly consider’ going electric for their next purchase - up from 25% since 2019/20. They said at the time: “Increased provision of charging infrastructure and operators, the cost of charging and how to pay for charging have been highlighted as fundamental issues which need to be addressed for people wanting to make the transition from petrol and diesel to electric vehicles.”

 

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