EVs now up to nine times cheaper to drive than gas in UK, analysis finds

Rising fossil-fuel prices have widened the operating-cost gap between electric vehicles and internal-combustion cars in the UK, with implications for fleet economics and consumer adoption.

First covered Sep 24, 2026 · 4:49 AM PT · 1 article

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2d Carbon Brief Analysis: EVs are now nine times cheaper than petrol or diesel to drive in the UK — The latest surge in fossil-fuel prices means it is now up to nine times cheaper in the UK to drive… The post Analysis: EVs are now nine times cheaper than…

Primary sources

ofgem.gov.uk Energy price cap unit rates and standing charges

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Bluesky: @akshatrathi.bsky.social Akshat Rathi · 2d ago · 122 ♥ NEW – Analysis: EVs are now nine times cheaper than petrol or diesel to drive in the UK ✍️ Written by @mollylempriere.carbonbrief.org 📊 Data analysis by Ho Woo Nam Read here: buff.ly/VpxOLE5

Appeared in: 2026-09-24 (#15) · 2026-09-25 (#18)

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