The worldwide electric vehicle industry has turned a corner – the number of global plug-in vehicle deliveries is growing higher each year. With people increasingly environmentally conscious, opting for an EV is eco-keen choice. So, what’s driven this change in fortunes and is it sustainable?

Ride-sharing schemes might be on the rise, but ownership still trumps usership, with the majority of Britons wanting exclusive access to their own car. But what actually makes people buy a car? Canvas8 sat down with 13 men and women to find out the reasons behind their latest car purchase.

Amid environmental concerns, electric vehicle ownership is starting to appeal to the mainstream. However, the price of EVs can be prohibitive for many people seeking to reduce their carbon emissions. Tesla has set its sights on overcoming this barrier with plans to release a $25,000 model by 2023.

As eco concerns grip the UK, interest in EVs is growing, and following news that the sale of new petrol and diesel cars will be banned by 2035, Britons soon won’t have a choice. But with some people seeing this change as a hassle, there’s room for auto brands to emphasise the advantages of EVs.