The electric vehicle (EV) revolution is underway and across the UK petrol pumps are making way for EV charging points, and forward-thinking electricians are seizing the opportunity to become experts in this rapidly growing field.

The Current EV Market

The electric vehicle (EV) revolution is showing no signs of stopping! While recent reports highlight a slight slowdown in EV sales growth within Europe following the exceptional boom of 2020 and 2021, the global picture tells a different story. Globally, EV sales are still accelerating, with a 22% increase in the first half of 2024. This outpaces the overall car market growth significantly, demonstrating that EVs are here to stay (source Autovista 24)

It’s true that the removal of some government subsidies has impacted sales in certain European countries. However, the long-term trend is clear: demand for EVs is steadily increasing, and with it, the need for skilled professionals to install and maintain the supporting infrastructure.

 The UK EV Charging Infrastructure

The UK is no exception to this EV growth. As new analysis from Northgate Vehicle Hire reveals, many “UK cities need to ramp up their electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure to meet the government’s ambitious target of installing 300,000 public chargers by 2030”.

This target highlights the urgent demand for qualified electricians who can install and maintain the charging infrastructure needed to support the growing number of EVs on our roads.

Upskill in EV Charging and Stay Ahead

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