EV Charging
Challenges and opportunities for electric vehicles in 2025
Tom Bloor, managing director of national EV charger supplier evec, shares some thoughts on what could and should happen in the sector in 2025.
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he past year has been a remarkable one for the EV sector, with electric vehicles now representing 19% of all new vehicle registrations - a huge leap from just 6.6% in 2020.
There has also been a surge in consumer interest – over a third of potential buyers said they were considering buying EVs, up from a quarter in 2023, according to data from Auto Trader. However, the market is partly driven by heavy discounting that will be unsustainable in the long term. Government targets currently state that 28% of new cars should be electric by the end of 2025, and that should rise to 80% by 2030. While there is much work to do, the fact that these goals are in place demonstrates a clear commitment to the transition from Government.
One challenge is the decision by Transport for London to end its congestion charge discounts for zero-emission vehicles in December 2025. This could threaten EV take-up in one of the biggest markets in the country and seriously threaten the momentum that has been building over the last few years. Dealers may have to adapt to the
“The new Labour government has pledged to increase investment in charging infrastructure by £200 million, which is a step in the right direction, but much more is needed, as well as proper joined-up strategies.”
problem – they may have to off er to cover the new charges. While this could pose challenges for EV adoption in London, it also presents an opportunity for dealers and the government to adapt. Dealers might off er solutions like covering the new charges, and the government could step in with new grants or tax incentives to make sure the momentum isn’t lost. It’s this kind of innovation and adaptability that has already helped the sector thrive despite obstacles.
Environmental results
The clean air zones being established in cities across the UK have had hugely positive results. Bristol’s CAZ has produced a 13% reduction in nitrogen dioxide levels, while pollution has been down by almost 40% in Birmingham’s zone.
24 | electrical wholesalerFebruary 2025
ewnews.co.uk
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