EV Myths Debunked | Truths About Electric Vehicles

Truth: Electric vehicles are statistically less likely to catch fire compared to petrol and diesel cars. In the UK, it was reported only 0.24% of vehicle fires involved EVs in 2022/23, making EV fires significantly rarer than those involving traditional vehicles.

Truth: EVs have fewer moving parts than ICE vehicles, leading to lower maintenance costs. With no need for oil changes, spark plugs, or other common ICE components, maintaining an EV can be 27-37% cheaper.

Truth: Modern EV batteries are designed to last. Most manufacturers offer warranties up to 100,000 miles or 8 years, ensuring long-term reliability. Issues with battery degradation are minimal, thanks to advancements in technology.

Truth: Data shows that running out of electricity in an EV is as rare as running out of petrol in an ICE vehicle. With the growing network of charging stations, range anxiety is becoming less of an issue.

Truth: The UK now has over 55,000 EV charging points, a number that continues to grow rapidly. With a significant increase in rapid and ultra-rapid chargers, the infrastructure is expanding to meet demand.

Truth: The National Grid has confirmed that it can handle the increase in demand if all vehicles switched to electric. Improved energy efficiency has reduced overall electricity usage, making the transition to EVs feasible.