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T&E study: EVs can be cheaper for Uber drivers to run than latest diesels in many European capitals

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This is because of cheaper electricity, lower EV retail prices and higher purchase incentives in France. The taxi and ride-hailing markets are best positioned to go fully electric first. Current mayor Anne Hidalgo has committed to require the ride-hailing sector to go zero-emission should she be re-elected on 28 June.

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Driving the sales of electric vehicles

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As the road transport sector accounts for around 25% of UK carbon emissions, it is a priority sector. 8,900 new fully electric or battery EVs (BEV) were registered in June 2020, up from 2,461 in June 2019 (an increase of 262%). The UK Government has legally committed us to achieving a net-zero carbon economy by 2050.

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UK TSB Awards £25M to Eight Low-Carbon Vehicle Demonstration Projects; Focus On Electric Vehicles

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Modern electric cars offer power and bucket loads of torque. Today’s announcement signals our intent to reduce our dependence on petrol- and diesel-based engines, and determine the best practical alternatives. Electricity providers E.ON The ‘EEMS Accelerate’ project will put 21 electric sports cars on the road for 12 months.

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