Survey: Belgian drivers cool on EVs, skepticism grows

Survey: Belgian drivers cool on EVs, skepticism grows

Belgian private drivers are avoiding electric vehicles. They cite cost, lack of infrastructure, and doubts about sustainability, even as the country embraces broader changes in mobility trends. According to the 2025 Mobility Barometer by insurer Europ Assistance, 62 percent of respondents say their next car won’t be electric, a 10 percent increase from last year. Only 10 percent are sure they will buy an EV next, underscoring the gap between cli…

Should you avoid buying a used electric car?

The EV sceptics will shake their heads, but you want a used electric car there has never been a better time to buy one. The vast increase in EV sales in recent years means a huge selection of second-hand vehicles to choose from. At the time of writing, there are nearly 35,000 electric cars for sale on Auto Trader, with prices starting from less than £2,000 for a leggy Nissan Leaf or similar. So, what are the downsides of opting for a used EV rat…