Over a third (36%) of British motorists have revealed that they plan to buy a hybrid or electric vehicle (EV) as their next car. The latest research from Siemens exposes the UK’s cruise towards change, with increased awareness of our carbon footprint and concerns over air quality.

Mapping out the nation

Leading the charge is the nation’s capital, London, with 14% of motorists revealing they already own an EV or hybrid car, with Wales hot on their heels at 9%. It’s the North West showing the biggest desire to change however, with almost half (42%) of respondents revealing they are planning to buy an EV or hybrid as their next purchase. This comes as a whopping 53% of Londoners admit it is ‘very important’ to them that air quality in their local area is improved, with almost two thirds (63%) noting they’ve become more concerned about their environmental impact in the past five years. Wales shares this concern with 38% citing improved air quality is important, followed by Northern Ireland at 37%.

Generation EV

As awareness continues to rise around environmental issues and sustainability, over half of respondents (53%) believe that EVs and hybrids are the future of personal transport, and it may be no surprise that Gen Y showed most concern for their carbon footprint when it comes to driving. Around half (51%) of those aged 18-24 revealed they’re concerned about the impact their driving has on the environment, compared to just a third (33%) of Gen X and just 8% for Boomers. It’s Gen Y who are also accelerating […]