The claim was contradicted by market data showing EV sales are actually rising. The case raised alarm bells among climate campaigners about the accuracy of EV market reporting, particularly as it relates to the UK Government’s under-fire Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate. Industry experts warn that misleading narratives about EV demand could have serious implications for investment in charging infrastructure and the future of the UK automotive industry as a whole. The electric vehicles row comes amid wider debate about the Government’s Zero Emissions Vehicle mandate, which requires manufacturers to sell an increasing proportion of electric vehicles each year. They said “fall in demand” wasn’t referring to a fall in sales… but a fall in “enthusiasm”.

Source: The Times January 13, 2025 10:58 UTC