MORE than one-in-three British drivers say they are more likely to buy an electric car following the introduction of the Electric Car Grant (ECG) last month - with Londoners now the most likely to switch regionally, as more than half say they will do so as a result of the new savings on offer from the Government scheme.

The survey, conducted by car brand Renault ahead of the grand opening of its EV-only showroom at Battersea Power Station's shopping centre in West London, revealed that 35 per cent of those polled from across the country said they are more likely to make the switch as a result of the financial incentives available on electric cars that qualify for the ECG.

Most likely to switch are Londoners, with 54 per cent saying the will do so.

All four of Renault's electric vehicles are eligible for a £1,500 grant saving: Renault 4, Renault 5, Renault Megane and Renault Scenic.

Reacting to the survey, motoring expert and championship-winning racing driver Jason Plato said: "More and more people are switching on to the benefits of electric motoring, and these results highlight how, when great savings are available on great cars, the grant is working to persuade buyers to move to electric."

Nationally, 55 per cent of those surveyed said they expected to buy an electric car within the next two years, underlining a sharp rise in intent even over recent rising trends/ In 2024, 19.6 per cent of all new car registrations were electric, while so far in 2025 so far 21.9 per cent of new car registrations have been for electric vehicles.

The survey also revealed a significant generational difference in attitudes to buying an EV.

Younger adults aged 17-34 were by far the most likely demographic to make the switch in the next two years, with 85 per cent saying they would do so.

Across all age ranges, those living in Greater London once again topped the poll, with 80 per cent saying they were likely to make the switch to electric within the next two years.

In contrast, just 27 per cent of those aged over 55 said they were likely to switch to an electric car in the next two years. Greater range (45 per cent), more charging points (47 per cent) and lower starting prices (34 per cent) were the main needs for this age group, whereas for the youngest age group surveyed, 17-24, the ability to charge quickly was rated as the biggest desire (48 per cent), followed by longer battery range (39 per cent) and the availability of more public charging points (36 per cent).

Notably just 46 per cent of women compared to 63 per cent of men described themselves as very likely to make the switch to an electric car in the next two years.

Lower prices (46 per cent vs 41 per cent) and a greater availability of used electric cars (13 per cent vs 11 per cent) were areas of the market that concerned women more than men.

"I believe that education is key to accelerating interest in electric car buying," said Plato. "While we have to respect people's concerns, many of them are looking outdated as some of the latest cars to be launched offer incredible technology at great value, including long battery range and running costs that mean they can be much cheaper to own over their lifetime than a car with an engine."

The concept store has been designed to give visitors an easy, informative introduction to the brand's award-winning electric car range, as well as showcasing the Renault 5 Turbo 3E concept, a supercar for the electric age, until September 21.

The car, which ran at the Goodwood Festival of Speed this year, is affectionately known as Drifter, thanks to its incredible power and rally-inspired looks.

After receiving the £1,500 Electric Car Grant saving, prices for Renault's electric vehicles, available from its retailers, are:

Renault 4- from £25,495 Renault 5- from £21,495 Renault Megane- from £30,995 Renault Scenic- from £35,495

(NB Figures are rounded up but listed in precise order)