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If you are thinking of switching to an electric vehicle (EV) as part of your commitment to a green and sustainable lifestyle, carry on reading so you can find out more before you decide on an EV for your next car.
Electric cars are proving more popular, with Electric Vehicles (EV) sales increasing year on year.
There’s a wide range of vehicle types and styles, both new and used. The main factors you need to consider are range, charging options, charging speeds, budget, and vehicle size or type.
Answer questions about your lifestyle and charging capabilities to see which option suits you best.
Keep in mind though, that this tool is just a guide, and no matter what the outcome, we’d still encourage you to do more research to help make your decision.
You can apply if you’re 18 or older and have had a current account with us for at least three months.
You’ll be pleased to find out that an EV could cost you less over the course of ownership.5 Without taking into account the purchase price and any energy price fluctuations, an EV’s running cost (including refuelling/recharging, insurance, road tax, MoT and servicing) could be less than what you would expect to pay for an equivalent petrol or diesel car. Plus, with an EV you can take advantage of the many offers and subscriptions out there.
If you're buying a new electric car, you could get up to £3,750 off. The car will need to meet key requirements set by the government.
The highest grant, available for new cars with the lowest carbon emission scores, is £3,750. The second level of grant is £1,500. It’s applied automatically at the dealership so there’s no extra paperwork for you.
Visit the GOV.UK site to see the current list of vehicles that qualify for grants. The government will update the list as more models meet the criteria.
To start with, you’ll want to think about your driving habits and understand the practicalities of owning an electric vehicle.
1 Net emission reductions from electric cars and heat pumps in 59 world regions over time | Nature Sustainability
2 Electric car maintenance, repairs and servicing | The AA
3 Vehicles exempt from vehicle tax - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
4 Clean Air Zone: Drive in a clean air zone - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Ultra Low Emission Zone: Check your vehicle (tfl.gov.uk)
5 Electric cars are cheaper to own than petrol cars | Auto Express
6 Common misconceptions about electric vehicles (accessible web version) - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)