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EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · 8d

Only one week until Everything Electric Farnborough opens its doors! 🎉

Get ready for a weekend packed with test drives, tech and talks that will leave you feeling motivated for the energy transition.

EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · 9d

"Most importantly, drivers are increasingly seeing electric and hybrid options as the clearer choice to make.
Further proof that with the right policies to help attract consumers, the UK is capable and well in the process of transitioning away from more polluting vehicles."

Data:@newautomotive.org

EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · 9d

🚗⚡September figures confirm the EV transition is gathering pace as #EV registrations continue to grow in the UK.

Our CEO, Victoria Edmonds, commented:

"Another strong month for EV sales, showing the UK both remains on track with its Net Zero targets."

EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · 9d

Parliament may be on recess, but EV drivers aren't 🚗⚡

Contact your MP today and call for the changes you want to see - from charging costs to accessibility - with our quick tool.

Charge Up Change:
👉 https://www.evaengland.org.uk/our-work/charge-up-change/

EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · 12d

Vicky Edmonds, CEO of EVA England:
"Ensuring EVs are affordable for most is the key to a successful transition to electric, making today's news very welcome that the price difference between EVs and petrol and diesel cars is at its lowest level ever."

EV charging: risk that disabled drivers are left behind without a clear plan warns transport watchdog - Transport Focus

EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · 12d

Vicky Edmonds, CEO of EVA England:
"Ensuring EVs are affordable for most is the key to a successful transition to electric, making today's news very welcome that the price difference between EVs and petrol and diesel cars is at its lowest level ever."

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EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · 12d

🚗⚡Autotrader, @ChargeUK_ , the @SMMT and others have reported that the price premium for electric vehicles over petrol and diesel has fallen to a record low.

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EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · 17d

England’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure is overlooking disabled drivers, a new report has found. Independent watchdog, Transport Focus, is today (25 September 2025) calling for the Governme...

www.transportfocus.org.uk

EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · 17d

Our CEO, Victoria Edmonds, welcomed the findings:

"All drivers should be able to choose EVs with the confidence that they will be able to use the charging system wherever and whenever they need to.”

EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · 17d

Disabled drivers are being overlooked by England’s #EV public charging infrastructure, a report by Transport Focus has found.

It urges the Government to make accessibility a priority, with clear mandatory standards, better monitoring, and immediate action to address gaps in the charging network.

EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · 18d

🎉 The EV Revolution Report launches today, in partnership with MediaPlanet, exploring the key players and factors helping to accelerate the transition to #EVs.

👉 Find a copy inside the Telegraph or visit:
https://www.businessandindustry.co.uk/energy-transition/what-do-drivers-think-about-evs/

Motorfinity and She's Electric present Evolve House — She's Electric

EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · 19d

👉 Register now:

With our partners Motorfinity, we’ve created a very special day to celebrate and reward the women who keep everything moving. Set in beautiful surroundings, this free event is your chance to pause, recharge and explore what sustainability could look like in your everyday life.

www.sheselectric.co.uk

EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · 19d

🌟 Frontline women - this one’s for you!

This Sunday at Stubton Hall, She’s Electric & Motorfinity are hosting an inspiring day for the incredible women who keep everything moving.

💙 Talks, electric test drives, wellbeing, lunch & more.

Quick poll: Have you ever felt queasy in an EV?

EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · 23d

We’ve seen posts suggesting that motion sickness may be more common in #EVs - possibly due to smoother acceleration, regenerative braking, or different driving styles.

We don’t want to jump to conclusions, so we want to hear from drivers directly.
👉 Quick poll:

We’re gathering insights on this emerging issue. If you’d like to share more about your experience, please get in touch.

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EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · 25d

"If we are to make public charging more affordable, it must be a focus for future decision-making."

👉 Read the full paper here:

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EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · 25d

"It is clear that EV charging has not been central enough to decisions around electricity market policy and regulation - rising energy costs, coupled with the imbalance in VAT charging, has led to significant price increases.

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EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · 25d

"With three out of four drivers believing that high public charging costs are a key barrier preventing more people from switching to electric, understanding what drives these costs is essential.

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EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · 25d

Affordable charging is one of the biggest concerns raised with us by drivers, and a key focus of our campaigning.

That’s why we welcome ChargeUK's White Paper, which outlines practical steps the government can take to reduce costs and support more people in making the switch to #EVs.

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EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · 28d

📣 Last chance! Our annual driver survey closes tonight! ⏰

Drivers across the UK are having their say - now it’s your chance to steer the conversation.
It only takes 5 minutes, and you could win £100 Octopus Electroverse credit.

⚡ Don't miss out: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/56BHTBF

EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · Sep 11

📣 Only 3 days left!

Take 5min to tell us what’s working, what’s not, and what would make #EV driving better.
Whether you drive petrol, diesel, hybrid or electric, this is your chance to be heard.

And you could win £100 of Octopus Electroverse credit.
👉 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/56BHTBF

EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · Sep 9

🌍 It’s World EV Day! 🚗⚡

Today, we celebrate the buzz of electric driving: the quiet rides, instant torque, and a growing community of drivers leading the charge.

So wherever the road takes you today, let’s keep sparking change together!

#WorldEVDay #DriveElectric #ElectricFuture

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EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · Sep 8

🚗⚡ Small habits can make the biggest difference.

Warren shares rally-tested driving tips, and ClearWatt gives 5 simple battery care practices to keep your #EV performing at its best.

👉 Read the full blog here:
bit.ly/4n18BRy

EVA England @evaengland.org.uk · Sep 7

🚗💬 1 week left!

Share your driving experience: the good, the bad, and everything in between.
Whether you're driving electric or haven't switched yet, your voice matters.

It only takes 5 minutes, and you can win £100 of Octopus Electroverse charging credit.
👉 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/56BHTBF