Are electric vehicles really cheaper overall than petrol cars?

A lot of consumers were put off EV's initially, by their high cost to buy or lease.  Recently though, prices have reduced, which has attracted a larger number of customers to consider this market.  With some new electric cars now coming in at the sub £15,000 mark, second-hand prices are more affordable than ever before.

Respected bodies such as he RAC and the Independent online newspaper, conclude that, generally, electric cars will be cheaper to run, which potentially adds up to noticeable savings over time.

These bodies highlight that customers should bear in mind that the cost of running an electric vehicle varies depending on the model, make and specifics of the vehicle.  Overall, though, electricity costs much less than petrol or diesel, and electric cars require less maintenance than an internal combustion engine.

Also, fully electric cars are often exempt from various tolls and tariffs such as the London ULEZ charge.