EVs have been steadily growing in popularity since the mid-2010s but how do people feel about them? According to a survey from Zap-Map, those who have made the switch to battery-powered cars feel confident and satisfied, with many deciding to shun non-renewables forever.

EVs may be more eco-friendly than normal cars, but many drivers are turned off by the inconvenience of having to charge them. 7-Eleven is betting on the future of EVs by shifting from gas pumps to charging ports, providing a boost to charging infrastructure that could help change minds.

The uptake of electric vehicles has boomed since they made their debut in the early 2010s. But with the price point of EVs and entrenched habits proving a barrier to usage, German start-up &Charge is using the loyalty scheme model to make climate change a frictionless part of daily life.

Ridepanda is the first platform of its kind – a one-stop e-ride shop that helps people find the right electric vehicle for their needs. Based in the US, the brand’s early success reflects a burgeoning interest in sustainable, safe, and long-term forms of alternative transport.