British motorists are driving fewer miles, in the new post-pandemic normal. The average annual mileage in the UK was just under 5,400 miles in 2021. Despite this, figures suggest that the transport sector is still the biggest single contributor to the UK’s total carbon emissions output.

The conclusion of the PiCG scheme was inevitable, as the UK enters a new phase in its transition to electric vehicles. However, it is essential the Government continues to support motorists looking to make the switch to EVs – especially car dependent families who rack up high annual mileage. In place of the PiCG, the Government must implement an interest-free loan scheme aimed at helping those who drive the most miles purchase second hand EVs.