EVA England has launched its annual summer survey to capture the views of drivers across the UK on the future of electric vehicles (EV).
For the first time, the survey is open to not only current EV owners but also hybrid drivers, petrol and diesel drivers considering making the switch to electric, and those who feel EVs are not yet right for them.
The membership organisation said the aim was to build a “clear, nationwide picture of the opportunities and challenges facing drivers today”.
Findings will be shared with policymakers, stakeholders, and the wider public to help shape future transport policy: from developing a robust EV charging infrastructure to ensuring EVs are affordable and accessible to a majority of drivers.
It said the survey takes around five minutes to complete and runs until 14 September. This year’s iteration of the EVA England Summer Survey is being launched in partnership with the Electric Vehicle Association (EVA) Cymru and EVA Northern Ireland. Octopus Energy is also supporting the survey via its Electroverse scheme, which simplifies EV charging via a single app and payment access point.
All respondents can enter a prize draw to win one of five £100 Octopus Electroverse charging credits.
The survey is accessible via this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SteerTheConversation
Vicky Edmonds, Chief Executive of EVA England, said:
“We’re strongly encouraging all drivers – whether they drive electric, hybrid, petrol or diesel – to take a few moments to tell us what they feel is and isn’t working for them when it comes to electric cars and their supporting infrastructure. These surveys really matter.
“They help give a voice to drivers and a chance to have their say on some of the important and lasting decisions being made right now for the future of our roads and electric infrastructure.”
Paul Bevan, Chair of EVA Cymru, said:
“We’re really pleased to have partnered with EVA England to support this year’s survey. We’re encouraging all our members and the wider driver community in Wales to help shaping the future of electric vehicles and infrastructure across the UK and look forward to being able to build on the results in our work with stakeholders across Wales.”
Mark McCall, Co-Founder and Chair of EVA Northern Ireland, said:
“The Electric Vehicle Association Northern Ireland (EVANI), champions the voices of EV drivers. The shift to electric vehicles will only succeed if it reflects the real needs of those right across the UK. That’s why we work tirelessly to make sure your experiences and concerns are heard.
“By taking part in the surveys from all our Associations, you’ll help shape a fair, practical, and successful transition to electric vehicles.”
Image courtesy of EVA England
