It won’t have gone unnoticed that fuel prices are soaring at an all-time high. While this may be good news for those with investments in commodities or working in the energy sector, the majority of UK citizens are feeling the bite when it comes to domestic bills. It’s also causing many of us to have to pick and choose which journeys we wish to take, with a visit to the fuel pumps an all-too common occurrence.
It won’t have gone unnoticed that fuel prices are soaring at an all-time high. While this may be good news for those with investments in commodities or working in the energy sector, the majority of UK citizens are feeling the bite when it comes to domestic bills. It’s also causing many of us to have to pick and choose which journeys we wish to take, with a visit to the fuel pumps an all-too common occurrence.
The spike in fuel prices – which has been exacerbated by international crises in Ukraine and the rising costs of crude oil – has had a significant impact on vehicle sales too, with more and more people looking to make the change to electric power in order to benefit from cheaper running costs. This interest has led to there now being more than half-a-million electric vehicles out on the roads – a figure that is continuing to increase month by month.
“According to research by Zap Map, 22,737 battery-powered cars were registered in June alone,” said Ryan Boorman, EV Specialist at Birchwood Group. “This represents 16.1% of all new car registrations for the entire month. We ourselves have seen interest in both hybrid and fully electric models grow substantially, with more and more customers showing interest in the range of models we have available.”
More choice means greater interest
It’s a growth in the range of models available at the likes of Birchwood Group that is prompting greater interest among modern drivers. “We’re delighted to represent Ford, Kia, and ŠKODA across our dealerships, with each of these manufacturers providing some of the finest electric vehicles around,” adds Ryan Boorman. “This selection already offers something to suit the needs of most drivers, and there’s more to come over the next couple of years.”
He’s not wrong. Ford alone is dedicated to providing nine all-electric vehicles by 2024, with Stuart Rowley, chair, Ford of Europe, saying: “Our march toward an all-electric future is an absolute necessity for Ford to meet the mobility needs of customers across a transforming Europe. It’s also about the pressing need for greater care of our planet, making a positive contribution to society and reducing emissions in line with the Paris Climate Agreement.”
In addition to the new Ford options, ŠKODA will shortly be releasing the all-electric ŠKODA Enyaq Coupé iV which promises an incredible 339-mile range on a single charge.
Awareness driving change
While the rise in fuel prices has undoubtedly been a trigger for increased interest in electric cars, there’s also a level of awareness among motorists to reduce carbon emissions that means more and more people are looking at their options. Newer drivers that may have no experience of petrol or diesel models will be keen to play their part in reducing CO2, while experienced motorists understand the need to lessen the impact on the environment around them. Plus, there are the financial benefits that many are keen to benefit from.
As well as cheaper cost-per-mile compared to petrol and diesel power, electric vehicles provide savings in terms of tax, congestion fees, and even maintenance. This is due to models having fewer moving components that can cause mechanical issues.
The future is now
It goes without saying that adoption of all-electric driving still has a long way to go. But it’s also the case that the change is well underway. As more and more manufacturers continue to introduce more and more models, and accessibility of nationwide charging solutions makes choosing an electric car even more desirable, there’s no reason that the government goal of ceasing the sale of new petrol/diesel powered models by 2030 won’t be achieved.
You can discover more about the many benefits of making the change to electric power by visiting the Birchwood Group website today. Not only does this provide information on the individual models available, it also offers information about the many options and benefits that make it the preferred choice. You can also liaise with on-site experts that will help answer any questions you may have.
