Data-driven Information

Petrol car sales are falling as more UK drivers choose cars with plugs. Monthly EV numbers may vary, but the direction is clear – confidence and clarity matter most now.

Zapmap’s 2025 data shows how UK EV charging has grown, what’s improved for drivers, and what’s still needed as we head into 2026.

The UK now has nearly 88,000 public EV charge points nationwide, with new chargers being added every month to make charging easier and more accessible.

Fully electric car sales overtook petrol-only vehicles in the EU for the first time in December, signalling a shift towards electric cars.

Has the EV bubble burst? Despite the headlines, data shows EV sales continue to rise year on year, even as overall car sales slow.

Electric mobility is becoming everyday reality in 2026. From EVs to shared transport, drivers who understand the changes ahead will be better prepared to make the switch.

MPGe shows how far an EV travels for the cost of a gallon of petrol. A 30 MPG car can compare to a 350 MPGe EV — a huge leap in efficiency.

EVA England’s updated EV Constituency Map shows local EV uptake and charging access across England, as EV sales and public chargepoints continue to grow.