Higher Fire Risk and Rainy Charging: Debunking Electric Vehicle Misconceptions
A recent study has revealed the biggest misconceptions surrounding electric vehicles (EVs), including concerns about a higher risk of fire and the belief that EVs cannot be charged in the rain. Other mistaken beliefs include the perception that EVs break down more frequently than traditional cars and that their batteries need to be replaced every three years or sooner.
Survey Highlights Uncertainty About EVs
A poll of 2,000 motorists found that 35% were unsure about the driving range of EVs on a single charge. Additionally, 11% believed that EVs only last a couple of hours when charged once. However, Phil Hall, senior editor at heycar, which commissioned the study, highlighted that most manufacturers provide an eight-year, 100,000-mile warranty on EV batteries, which is longer than most combustion engine warranties.
Cost Concerns and Potential Savings
Despite the benefits of EV ownership, uncertainty around running costs remains. Half of the respondents believed that EVs are more expensive to run, although there are potential savings to be made. The spokesperson for heycar explained that there are great options for nearly-new EVs that could be more affordable than petrol or diesel equivalents. They also emphasized that depending on mileage, running costs could be over half of what they currently are.
Need for More Charging Infrastructure
40% of respondents said they would be more inclined to switch to an EV if there were more charging ports and stations available. This highlights the importance of expanding the charging infrastructure to support the growing number of EVs on the road.
Misconceptions Spread on Social Media and in Pubs
The study found that 30% of respondents believe that EVs have a negative reputation in the eyes of the public. Social media (34%) and pubs (17%) were identified as the top places where people think electric vehicle myths are spread the most.
Government Incentives and Lack of Knowledge
Over two-thirds (69%) of respondents think the government could do more to offer grants for drivers to switch to EVs. Additionally, 74% admit to having shaky knowledge about EVs, with more respondents feeling confident about topics such as interest rates and mortgages.
Myth-Busting Mission
The spokesperson for heycar stated that they are committed to debunking EV myths and providing accurate information to counter misinformation spread on social media and in social settings.
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