New EVs in the UK Are Now More Affordable Than Gas Cars

New electric vehicles (EVs) in the UK are now more affordable than gasoline-powered cars, with an average price difference of £785. This shift is attributed to government incentives, mandates, and increased competition from companies like BYD. The development is expected to accelerate EV adoption in the country.

By Stevie Bonifield · The Verge · April 17, 2026, 14:02 UTC

New EVs in the UK Are Now More Affordable Than Gas Cars

Tickers: $BYD

Topics: Car Prices Electric Vehicles EV Adoption UK Market

Read the full article at The Verge

More World news

Centalion Americas Refinances and Upsizes Credit Facility to $3.5 Billion PR Newswire · November 12, 2026, 19:15 UTC
Nvidia Faces Leadership Transition as Jensen Huang Resigns Amid Investigation Seeking Alpha · November 12, 2026, 18:30 UTC
SOLV Energy Reports Record Q3 2026 Results and Raises Full-Year Guidance Motley Fool · November 12, 2026, 19:09 UTC
Clear Secure Reports Strong Q3 Earnings and Raises Full Year Guidance Amid Expansion into Identity Verification CNBC · November 12, 2026, 19:09 UTC
Nectar Launches AI Agent to Automate Influencer Discovery and Outreach TechCrunch · November 12, 2026, 19:11 UTC
Cohen & Company Appoints Daniel Cohen as CEO with $500 Million Revenue Target Seeking Alpha · November 12, 2026, 19:10 UTC
X-Energy Receives Early NRC Construction Permit and Anticipates Dow Investment Decision by 2027 Seeking Alpha · November 12, 2026, 19:10 UTC
Alvotech Shares Decline Following Third Quarter Earnings Miss Seeking Alpha · November 12, 2026, 19:05 UTC
Saga Communications Projects $5.7 Million in 2026 Political Revenue Amid Q4 Growth Seeking Alpha · November 12, 2026, 19:00 UTC
Corteva Forecasts 2026 Operating EBITDA Between $1.1B and $1.125B Amid Brazilian Market Pressures Seeking Alpha · November 12, 2026, 19:00 UTC