Autotrader - Bringing The Facts to life

An infographic displaying Autotrader's "The Facts" about electric cars. Key metrics quoted in infographic: 1 in 4 used electric cars are under £15,000. There are 40 brand new electric cars with an RRP of under £30,000. Charging at home will save you up to £960 a year based on 80% home charging. As of April 2026 there are 120,338 public EV chargers in the UK. EV batteries do last - data suggests you should expect your EV to last as long as an ICE car. With an average EV, you can expect around 300 miles from a full charge. EVs emit an average of 1/3 of the harmful greenhouse gases during the vehicle's lifetime. EVs are less likely to catch fire than ICE cars.

 

Supporting clarity in a maturing EV market

The conversation around electric vehicles is evolving.

Electric vehicles are no longer a future consideration for a small group of early adopters. For many drivers and organisations, they are now part of everyday decisions about vehicles, fleets and mobility strategies. Choice has increased, technology has progressed, and expectations have shifted.

As that change gathers pace, the role of information becomes more important. Not just more data, but clearer, current insight that reflects how the market is developing today.

That is why Lex Autolease is supporting The Facts, Autotrader’s industry initiative designed to provide accessible, up‑to‑date information on electric vehicles.

An infographic displaying Autotrader's "The Facts" about electric cars. Key metrics quoted in infographic: 1 in 4 used electric cars are under £15,000. There are 40 brand new electric cars with an RRP of under £30,000. Charging at home will save you up to £960 a year based on 80% home charging. As of April 2026 there are 120,338 public EV chargers in the UK. EV batteries do last - data suggests you should expect your EV to last as long as an ICE car. With an average EV, you can expect around 300 miles from a full charge. EVs emit an average of 1/3 of the harmful greenhouse gases during the vehicle's lifetime. EVs are less likely to catch fire than ICE cars.

Supporting clarity in a maturing EV market

The conversation around electric vehicles is evolving.

Electric vehicles are no longer a future consideration for a small group of early adopters. For many drivers and organisations, they are now part of everyday decisions about vehicles, fleets and mobility strategies. Choice has increased, technology has progressed, and expectations have shifted.

As that change gathers pace, the role of information becomes more important. Not just more data, but clearer, current insight that reflects how the market is developing today.

That is why Lex Autolease is supporting The Facts, Autotrader’s industry initiative designed to provide accessible, up‑to‑date information on electric vehicles.

Why The Facts matter now

As the EV market matures, outdated assumptions can linger. In some cases, people are still making decisions based on information that no longer reflects today’s reality.

The Facts brings together current data on electric vehicles, from affordability and choice to usage and infrastructure, helping the conversation keep pace with how the market is developing.

For businesses, fleet operators and individual drivers alike, clearer information enables better questions and more confident decisions about suitability, planning and transition.

Recent updates highlight how quickly areas like vehicle choice, ownership costs and charging access are changing. Keeping information fresh is essential if understanding is to keep pace with progress.

An experience‑led perspective

At Lex Autolease, electric vehicles are already part of the fleets we support every day.

That experience has reinforced the importance of transparency and open discussion. Confidence grows when people are able to see how vehicles are being used, understand where they fit well, and recognise what needs to be considered along the way.

Supporting The Facts aligns with this approach. It reflects a shared commitment to improving understanding through credible information rather than assumptions, and to helping people engage with the electric vehicle conversation in a more meaningful way.

Paul Hyne - Commercial Director

Lloyds Transport Division

 

 

Paul Hyne, Commercial Director at Lex Autolease said:

“The EV conversation has moved on. Choice has broadened, technology has matured, and more drivers are experiencing electric as part of normal life. From our perspective, financing one in eight electric vehicles on UK roads gives us a front row view of that progress. Supporting The Facts is about helping that momentum continue, by sharing clear, up to date information that reflects how electric vehicles are actually being used today.”

Paul Hyne - Commercial Director

Lloyds Transport Division

Paul Hyne, Commercial Director at Lex Autolease said:

“The EV conversation has moved on. Choice has broadened, technology has matured, and more drivers are experiencing electric as part of normal life. From our perspective, financing one in eight electric vehicles on UK roads gives us a front row view of that progress. Supporting The Facts is about helping that momentum continue, by sharing clear, up to date information that reflects how electric vehicles are actually being used today.”

Marc Palmer, Head of Strategy and Insights at Autotrader commented:

“Now more than ever, its vital consumers understand the potential benefits of electric driving, with average running cost savings so high and upfront price reducing, it’s a great time to consider. We’re determined to ensure drivers have the right information to make informed choices that best suit their needs and we’re delighted Lex Autolease have joined our campaign. Whilst we know electric cars might not yet be right for all buyers just yet, we hope The Facts help provide confidence for those that are keen to make the switch.”

Lex Autolease joins a network of supporters including the AA, Fleet News, the Institute of the Motor Industry, Zapmap, the National Franchise Dealer Association, the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association, Cox Automotive Europe and EVA England.

You can explore the latest update to The Facts on Autotrader.

Article published May 2026

 

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