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Majority Misunderstand EVs, Hindering Transition to Electric Vehicles

3/9/2026

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The Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit reports widespread EV misperceptions, citing a YouGov finding that 51% of non-EV drivers answer two or fewer questions correctly.
This misinformation sustains reluctance to switch to electric motoring, with only 5% of the ill-informed willing to buy an EV, and Labour Government aims to ban petrol and diesel vehicle sales by 2030.
The report notes the belief that EVs are more prone to fires.

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Story summary

The Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit reports widespread EV misperceptions, citing a YouGov finding that 51% of non-EV drivers answer two or fewer questions correctly.
This misinformation sustains reluctance to switch to electric motoring, with only 5% of the ill-informed willing to buy an EV, and Labour Government aims to ban petrol and diesel vehicle sales by 2030.
The report notes the belief that EVs are more prone to fires.