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The 10 postcodes ‘in danger of being left behind’ in switch to EVs

Some drivers believe making the switch is ’riskier and less practical’, according to analysis by Autotrader

The Independent UK · Feb 16

Surge of Chinese EVs in UK sparks privacy concerns among older consumers – poll

Some 41% of people aged 55 and above have fears over data security and privacy risks when buying Chinese products, the poll indicated.

Evening Standard · Jan 30, 2025

Petrol cars on UK roads peaked this year in ‘genuine landmark’, report finds

Auto Trader predicts the number of petrol-powered cars will now plunge from 18.7 million in 2024 to 11.1 million in 2034.

The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2024

Decline in used car sales halted as more become available

Some 1.8 million cars changed hands in the UK between January and March, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders said.

The Independent UK · May 10, 2023

Interest in new electric cars slumps, figures show

Auto Trader said the market is being hampered by a lack of affordable choices.

The Independent UK · Apr 19, 2023

Electric cars to lose vehicle excise duty exemption

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced that he wanted to make motoring taxes ‘fairer’ as he revealed the policy in his autumn statement.

The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2022

Rise of the old banger: Cars remaining on the roads for longer

Disruption to new car production since the start of the coronavirus pandemic has led to an increase in the number of old cars remaining in use.

The Independent UK · Oct 21, 2022

UK new car sales fell 9% in July as supply chain problems continue

Fifth monthly fall in row prompts industry body to cut 2022 forecast even though chip shortages expected to ease

The Guardian - UK · Aug 4, 2022

Britons buy more electric cars in March than in whole of 2019

Overall new car sales slump as petrol and diesel prices soar in Ukraine crisis

The Guardian - UK · Apr 5, 2022