Public electric car charging becomes cheaper than petrol and diesel
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Public electric car charging becomes cheaper than petrol and diesel

27 Apr 2026 · Originally published 27 Apr 2026 8/10 Original headline: Public electric car charging now cheaper per mile than petrol and diesel
New data shows that charging an electric vehicle at a public point is now more cost-effective per mile than filling up with traditional fuel. While home charging remains the cheapest option, this shift marks the first time in over a year that public chargers have offered better value than petrol or diesel.
Source: r/GoodNewsUK
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