EV reminds me of the diesel situation in some aspects.
Initially promoted for better mpg and CO2.
NOx known about but ignored.
Slightly higher purchase price of car.
EV.......
Zero emissions as a selling point, ignoring how the electricity is generated.
Significantly higher car purchase price.
Li-ion battery production and disposal issues similar vagueness/ignoring of known issues.
Battery safety in a crash.
Battery life/replacement.
Other than VAT there is the issue of fuel tax. Current fuel duty is a major part of the at the pump cost. A double whammy as VAT is paid on the fuel duty part too...tax on a tax.Far too much ££££ to ignore so what will be done to tax electricity for vehicle use?
I look on EV promotion as being sold far before the hidden issues are resolved and publicised. It looks good for the politicians to be pro EV.
