Currently, there are 28,734 council-owned public EV chargers in the UK, with an anticipated installation of 24,687 more within the next two years. This increase in infrastructure is a response to over 10,607 requests from residents for more public charging access. Councils are recognizing the need to improve EV infrastructure due to hesitancy among drivers, with 69% still using petrol or diesel vehicles despite the upcoming ban. Funding from the government aims to support the widespread rollout of chargers to aid the transition to electric vehicles.
Over 50,000 council owned public electric vehicle (EV) chargers are expected to be installed within the next 2 years, addressing the current disparity of just 1 charger per 36 EV drivers.
Local authorities have received more than 10,607 requests for more public charging access from residents, indicating strong demand for improved EV infrastructure.
Despite the government’s 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel car sales, 69% of UK drivers still use petrol or diesel vehicles, showing a significant gap in public awareness.
The installation of new chargers, alongside recent government funding announcements, presents opportunities for councils to improve EV charging availability and support the transition to electric vehicles.
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