UK Car Clubs Report Decline in Electric Vehicle Adoption

Electric vehicles (EVs) are facing growing challenges related to affordability and infrastructure, impacting their adoption and use. In the UK, car clubs report that EVs cost around £6,000 more annually to run and maintain than petrol cars, leading to a decline in the proportion of EVs in their fleets from 35% to 30%, despite still being higher than private ownership levels; operators urge for more charging bays and tax incentives to support EV growth. In Malaysia, a new initiative by PRO-NET and four charging point operators aims to improve EV home charging access in over 320 condominiums, offering discounted rates for Proton e.MAS and smart app users to encourage daily charging. Research from Spain highlights that environmental awareness is the strongest factor influencing EV purchase decisions, outweighing concerns about cost and performance risks. Meanwhile, some UK cities are ending free parking schemes for EVs due to increased permit numbers, sparking mixed public reactions about the removal of incentives. In Germany, discounts on electric cars have increased significantly, narrowing the price gap with combustion vehicles and suggesting a potential new EV sales boom driven by regulatory requirements and dealer promotions.