Which? responds to new AA data that suggests high energy bills are putting drivers off electric vehicles

Which? has published a comment in response to new AA research that found that more than 70% of drivers have been put off owning an electric vehicle (EV) by increases in energy prices.

Sue Davies, Which? Head of Consumer Protection Policy, said:

“Many consumers want to make the switch to electric vehicles, but the cost of living crisis and rising energy bills are adding huge pressure to household budgets.

"Which? found that the upfront cost of buying an EV is a major barrier preventing drivers from considering one - and rising running costs could further prevent people from making the switch. However, our research shows that for people who can charge at home, electric cars are cheaper to run than petrol and diesel equivalents."

"This won't be an option for everyone, so it's important that governments work with industry to develop and support solutions to enable people without off-street parking to charge at a comparable rate to home charging."