Busting EV Myths: Why Accurate Information and Reliable Charging Infrastructure Are Key to Adoption

A new nationwide study by char.gy has highlighted something we at EVC Solutions see every day: misinformation remains one of the biggest barriers to EV adoption.

The report, What Everyone Should Know About EVs, shows that simple fact-based statements such as “EV batteries last 10–15 years”, significantly increase drivers’ willingness to consider going electric. Yet, despite advances in technology and infrastructure, outdated myths around range, cost, and charging availability still dominate public perception.

Key Findings from the Report

• Range anxiety lingers: 71% of drivers not yet in EVs cite range concerns, even though modern EVs have ranges suitable for most daily needs.
• Cost perceptions are shifting: While 62% of drivers worry about upfront purchase price, used EV prices have already dropped by over 20% since 2023 and are expected to fall further.
• Second-hand EVs are a blind spot: Over half of potential EV buyers are looking at the second-hand market, yet the public conversation often focuses only on new car sales.
• Charging is the biggest trigger: 72% of non-EV drivers say they don’t know where they’d charge, and 88% of current EV drivers are dissatisfied with public charging.
• The driveway divide is real: With 40% of the UK lacking a driveway, kerbside and workplace charging become critical enablers for fair adoption.

Why This Matters for Businesses and Fleets

The findings are clear: charging availability and reliability are now the decisive factors for EV adoption. For businesses and fleets, this presents both a challenge and an opportunity.

At EVC Solutions, we make sure your business doesn’t get left behind in this transition. By providing end-to-end charging infrastructure, from consultation and survey through to design, installation, and ongoing management, we remove uncertainty and future-proof your investment.

Our Promise

We simplify the journey into five clear steps:

1. Consultation – understanding your needs and goals.
2. Survey – assessing your site and opportunities.
3. Design – creating a bespoke charging solution.
4. Installation – delivered with precision and reliability.
5. Management & Support – ensuring your system runs smoothly long term.

With misinformation rife, the businesses that act decisively on charging infrastructure will be the ones who not only support their drivers but also strengthen their sustainability credentials and stay ahead of regulation.

At EVC Solutions, we believe no one should lose their job for choosing the wrong EV charging partner. We deliver certainty in an uncertain market.

Book an appointment today and see what’s possible.