BVRLA calls for delay to Electric Vehicle Excise Duty
The BVRLA has called on the government to abandon plans to introduce an Electric Vehicle Excise Duty (eVED). The new pay-per-mile tax is due to be introduced in 2028, imposing […]
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New car sales charged by electric vehicle demand
New car sales in the EU have increased by 4.2% year-to-date, according to new figures from the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association. Growth has been driven by strong consumer interest in […]
SMMT marks decade of electric vehicle development
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has highlighted the progress in electric vehicle development in the UK market in the last decade. Its figures reveal that while just 14 […]
EVs dominate fastest selling used car models
Nine of the 10 fastest selling used car models in May are either electric or hybrid, according to data from Auto Trader. It has reported that electric models are selling […]
A quarter of car buyers go full electric
Nearly a quarter of car buyers expect their next vehicle to be electric, according to new research from Cazoo & Motors. Its Consumer Insight Panel polled over 2,000 buyers and […]
Bookings for electric vehicles double in a year
BookMyGarage has reported that retail bookings for electric vehicles more than doubled on its platform during 2025. Bookings were up 105% compared to 2024, building on annual increases of 112% […]
Used electric vehicle sales hit new peak in April
Used electric vehicle sales set new records in April, according to the latest data from MarketCheck. It found that 34,932 used electric vehicles were sold across the UK during the […]
NFDA calls for Vehicle Excise Duty delay for electric vehicles
The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) has urged the government to reconsider its £200 Vehicle Excise Duty (eVED) charge for electric vehicles. In a letter to MP Dan Tomlinson, who […]
Europe sets pace in electric vehicle sales
Global electric vehicle sales rose six per cent to 1.6 million units in April, driven by strong growth in Europe. Year-to-date, electric vehicle sales have risen to 5.6 million. However, […]
Average used car values edge up in April
BCA has reported that average used car values rose to £7,432 in April, an increase of 1.2% on March. It has also reported that demand for electric vehicles increased noticeably […]
Annual savings approach £1,000 for electric vehicle drivers
Electric vehicle drivers could save nearly £1,000 a year due to rising fuel prices, according to data from Auto Trader and Zapmap. Based on current prices at the pumps, it […]
LCV Decarbonisation Report reveals rapid adoption rates
Electric vehicle adoption in the light commercial vehicle sector has moved from early adoption to full deployment, according to the LCV Decarbonisation Report. Published by the Commercial Vehicle Show, the […]