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High oil prices mean drivers of petrol cars are now spending more to run their vehicle than those who have gone electric.
Analysis by The Electric Car Scheme showed the annual cost of fuelling the typical petrol car has risen to £1,353 in 2026. This is compared with £592 for an electric vehicle (EV) driver charging at home.
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