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<p>While electric vehicles (EVs) currently cost more to purchase than their petrol
and diesel alternatives, EV motorists benefit from their comparatively cheaper running
costs. It costs from 1p/mile to run a new electric vehicle, compared to around 10p
per mile for new diesel/petrol vehicles. Additionally, we have put in place a tax
regime that benefits motorists who choose cleaner vehicles. We expect the upfront
cost and total cost of ownership of EVs to come down and demand to grow even further
as they become more commonplace.</p><p> </p><p>Our ambitions for zero emission driving
will be supported by an accompanying package of £2.8 billion, with up to £1 billion
to support the electrification of UK vehicles and their supply chains, £1.3 billion
to accelerate the roll out of charging infrastructure and £582 million for plug in
vehicle grants. Accelerating modal shift to public and active transport is one of
the strategic priorities for our forthcoming Transport Decarbonisation Plan and forms
a key part of both last year’s cycling and walking plan “Gear Change” and the recent
National Bus Strategy.</p>
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