Electric vehicle sales accelerated through 2020 - but cost remains a roadblock, RAC analysis finds

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EV uptake continues to accelerate but price, access to infrastructure and driving range continue to deter many drivers, new analysis from RAC has found

A growing proportion of drivers intend to choose an electric rather than internal combustion car when they next switch vehicles - but high prices, inadequate infrastructure, and the limited distance reachable...

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