British motorists are increasingly choosing electric vehicles for summer holidays, with new research showing that confidence in long-distance EV travel is continuing to grow.
A survey commissioned by ultra-fast charging network IONITY found that 94% of EV drivers plan to take at least one long-distance journey this summer.
More than one in five will travel beyond the UK, with France, Germany and Belgium emerging as the most popular charging destinations.
The findings highlight how expanding charging infrastructure is helping to reduce range anxiety and support lower-carbon travel. Europe now has around 1.2 million public charging points, including more than 164,000 high-power chargers.
As a result, only 39% of drivers now view range anxiety as a major concern. More than 90% of respondents said they felt confident or very confident about travelling longer distances in an electric vehicle.
Environmental considerations are also influencing travel choices. Around 30% of drivers cited sustainability benefits as a key reason for using their EV on holiday, while others pointed to lower costs and improved driving comfort.
The study found that three-quarters of drivers use charging subscriptions, helping to simplify cross-border journeys and reduce charging costs.
Jeroen van Tilburg, CEO of IONITY, said: “As more drivers take their EVs on longer journeys across Europe, they increasingly value simplicity and consistency when charging on the road.”
He added: “The growing popularity of subscriptions shows that drivers appreciate having a familiar charging experience across borders, together with the cost benefits that subscriptions can provide.”
The findings suggest that improving charging infrastructure and growing consumer confidence are helping electric vehicles become a practical and sustainable option for European travel.
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