La Rioja energy costs show electric driving at 2 to 3 euros per 100 kilometres versus 10 to 15 euros for petrol

ANFAC's barometer to 30 June records 355 working public charge points in La Rioja and 125 out of service, whilst the region's electromobility score stood at 26.4 against a Spanish average of 26.9. A local estimate, converted at the European Central Bank's 16 July rate, puts the cost of driving 100 kilometres in an electric car at roughly 2 to 3 euros compared with 10 to 15 euros for petrol, though the final figure depends on charging location and tariff. ANFAC's index combines battery electric and plug in hybrid registrations with metrics tied to the driving age population and public infrastructure.

Why it matters: The four to fivefold energy cost advantage strengthens the business case for fleet electrification and may accelerate demand for workplace and depot charging. However, the 125 non operational points in a small region highlight the reliability pressure facing charge point operators as utilisation grows.