With petrol hovering around 2 euros per litre in the European Union, electric cars are gaining ground among European drivers. The rise in fossil fuel prices has boosted consumer interest in more economical and sustainable alternatives.
According to a new study, conducted by an unspecified entity in the article, driving an electric vehicle costs almost 30% less than a car with an internal combustion engine, even when the owner uses public chargers to recharge the battery.
This significant cost difference per kilometre is mainly due to the price of electricity compared to fossil fuels. Public chargers, although they may have variable rates, continue to be more economical than filling up with petrol at traditional fuel stations.
The study states that the total cost of using an electric car, including charging at public stations, remains substantially lower than the cost of operating a petrol vehicle. This analysis comes in a context of growing demand for more affordable mobility solutions in Europe.
