Sparse sales of EVs in UK

Sales of electric cars have slumped so badly in the UK that there are now more charging points than vehicles on the road, says The Sunday Times.

Just 2,149 electric cars have been sold since 2006, despite a government scheme last year offering customers up to £5,000 towards the cost of a vehicle.

The Department for Transport says that around 2,500 charging points have been installed, although their precise location is not known.

The government grant has boosted sales - but only £3.9 million of the £300 million set aside has been paid out.

2011 - 1,082 electric cars sold in UK
2010 - 138 electric cars sold in UK
2009 - 55 electric cars sold in UK
2008 - 179 electric cars sold in UK
2007 - 397 electric cars sold in UK
2006 - 298 electric cars sold in UK
Total of 2,149 electric cars sold in UK in last 6 years

Source: The Sunday Times