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UK Electric Car Charger Rollout Stalls Amid Investor Doubts

12/25/2025

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The United Kingdom's electric car charger rollout slowed in 2025, with 87,200 chargers installed by November.
The slowdown is attributed to investor concerns and a weaker government stance on electric vehicle sales targets.
Electric cars accounted for 23% of sales, while manufacturers delayed the transition from petrol.
Northern Ireland has 39 chargers per 100,000 people, versus 301 in London, with future funding expected for 2026–2027.

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Story summary

The United Kingdom's electric car charger rollout slowed in 2025, with 87,200 chargers installed by November.
The slowdown is attributed to investor concerns and a weaker government stance on electric vehicle sales targets.
Electric cars accounted for 23% of sales, while manufacturers delayed the transition from petrol.
Northern Ireland has 39 chargers per 100,000 people, versus 301 in London, with future funding expected for 2026–2027.