The benefits of electric driving
Better for you and the planet
Switching to an electric vehicle
Deciding to switch to an electric vehicle can feel like a step into the unknown, and it’s natural to have questions. We want to help, so we've brought together our expert EV advice, ideas, tools and info all into one place.
There’s lots to look at, so you might like to start with the questions people tend to ask when they’re thinking about making the switch.
Benefits of switching to electric
As you may have heard, there’s a lot to like about EVs. They’re:
- Good for the environment, thanks to zero tailpipe emissions
- Good for your wallet, as they tend to be cheaper to ‘refuel’ and have some attractive tax breaks
- Good to drive, as they are quieter, smoother and tend to accelerate better
Incentives
Low benefit-in-kind tax rates make electric company cars very attractive. BIK rates increase by 1 percentage point every April, but incentives for ultra-low emission vehicles will be in place until 2028. You can also see the available financial support for electric cars using the link below.
Fuel costs
Electric vehicle 'fuel' costs are typically two to four times lower than the equivalent petrol or diesel vehicle, depending where they are charged. Find out more by clicking the link below.
Maintenance
With less moving parts an electric car can save you time and money.Â
Convenience
Charge at home overnight and every morning you’ll have a full battery. Alternatively, if you can charge at work, there's no benefit-in-kind tax on topping up your battery.
Clean air zones
More and more clean air zones are being introduced – and at the moment, electric vehicles are exempt from all charges.Â
Lots of locations
With an average of 1,650 charging points being added each month, there are more and more places to ‘refuel’ your electric vehicle. Take a look at Zapmap to help you find them.
Electric driving tools
Not sure if electric vehicles will meet your needs? Our free webtools offer simple, impartial guidance to help you decide.
Could an electric vehicle work for you? With our EV Readiness Tool, you can match your driving profile with the latest vehicle technology, so you can see how different options might suit your lifestyle. [Learn more](targetBlank:https://insights.ayvens.co.uk/electric-driving-tools/your-fleet-ev-readiness-report/).
How much can you save by going electric? While electric vehicles do still tend to cost more upfront, they can significantly reduce your fuel bills over the years. Our tool helps you see the potential costs and how they compare with your current vehicle. [Try the calculator.](targetBlank:https://insights.ayvens.co.uk/electric-driving-tools/ev-cost-per-mile-calculator/)
How much do electric vehicles cost to run? Running costs for electric vehicles can vary just like their petrol and diesel equivalents. Our cost-per-mile calculator shows you what you might see from the latest models. [Use our calculator.](targetBlank:https://insights.ayvens.co.uk/electric-driving-tools/ev-cost-per-mile-calculator/)