This funding aims to facilitate the adoption of electric cars, particularly for drivers who do not have access to private driveways or charging facilities.

Transport Minister Lilian Greenwood emphasized the government's commitment to the EV sector, stating that a new charging point will be installed every 29 minutes as part of this initiative.

The UK government is investing £381 million to install approximately 100,000 new street-side electric vehicle (EV) charging points across England.

This investment is part of a broader £4 billion plan to support the transition to electric vehicles and bolster British car manufacturers through international trade agreements.

The funding is sourced from the Government’s Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure fund, which assists local councils in establishing new EV charging points.

These new charging points will supplement the existing 80,000 public charging points and many more privately installed units already available in the UK.

In the first five months of 2025, pure battery electric vehicles accounted for 20.9% of new car sales, reflecting a growing trend as the UK moves towards banning the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030.

In a related development, London-based company Believ has raised £300 million to expand its network of charging points throughout the UK, indicating rising market confidence in electric vehicles.

However, a study warns that without significant technological advancements or increased imports, the demand for lithium will outstrip supply, potentially hindering climate and energy goals.

This study from East China Normal University and Lund University highlights concerns that Europe, China, and the US may not produce enough lithium to meet EV battery demands by 2030.