Drivers lack confidence in government EV advice

A survey by Venson Automotive Solutions reveals motorists do not have much confidence in government bodies when it comes to advice on buying and owning an EV, with just 2% of car buyers saying that the government would be their go-to information source.

The Venson survey showed that buyers favour independent advice from consumer motoring titles offering reviews by unbiased experts (58% use these sites). Manufacturers came in second with 44% of respondents seeking information here, followed by 31% of people seeking information and advice from friends and family who already driven an EV.

The survey also revealed that the recent increase in EV appetite has been driven by a desire to reduce emissions (for 47% of respondents), but confidence in the practicalities of ownership remains low. Just 9% of women feel more confident in owning and maintaining an EV, and 18% of men.