EV drivers report 85 per cent satisfaction versus lower fuel driver contentment, Autotrader and Octopus Electroverse study finds

Research by Octopus Electroverse and Autotrader shows 85 per cent of EV drivers are satisfied with their vehicles, with 48 per cent extremely satisfied, compared to 31 per cent of petrol drivers. The study found 88 per cent of fuel drivers want more information before switching, with a fifth citing lack of knowledge as a barrier. EV owners save an average of £860 annually on home charging with specialist tariffs, and new electric cars are now cheaper than petrol on average for the first time, according to recent Autotrader data.

Why it matters: The satisfaction gap and information deficit highlight an opportunity for charge point operators and fleet managers to address misconceptions about EV running costs and reliability through targeted education. The £860 annual saving on home charging underscores the business case for workplace and residential charging infrastructure investment.