Not enough ‘affordable’ electric cars

Demand for electric cars is at risk of stalling due to a lack of affordable models and high energy prices, analysis warns.

A report by consumer website electrifying.com stated there are just seven new electric cars on sale in the UK for under £30,000.

That compares with 107 petrol or diesel cars in the same price bracket. The analysis also found that the money saved by running an electric car instead of a petrol model has reduced in recent months as energy prices have spiralled and petrol prices have fallen from record highs.

Latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders show the increase in sales of new pure electric cars has slowed in recent months.

Electrifying.com founder and chief executive Ginny Buckley said electric cars are “firmly embedded in the UK’s car-buying habits” but warned that drivers are “paying more” to make the switch from petrol and diesel.

She added: “Unless action is taken – and quickly – many hard-working people across the country risk being priced out of the electric revolution.”