An issue is the construction of EV's where the battery is integrated into the chassis. I recently heard of one just a few months old written off after relatively minor shunt. So few garages are willing to touch them given the high voltages within and unpredictable electrical situations engendered when damaged. Ditto fire services.
Totally agree with the diesel scenario outlawed on one hand by the UK government whilst currently allowing zero VED on latest new diesel cars due to their outstandingly low emissions. Even our seven year old Mini Cooper D attracts only £30 VED.
