World EV Day 2024

World EV Day is celebrated annually on 9th September. The day highlights the importance of electric vehicles in creating a more sustainable future and how EVs contribute to reducing pollution and combating climate change by producing zero emissions. The switch to electric vehicles is a crucial step in decreasing our carbon footprint by lowering air pollution and creating a cleaner and healthier planet. 

If you’re wondering what World EV Day is all about, it’s a celebration dedicated to everything related to electric vehicles! Now in its 5th year, World EV Day also known as World Electric Vehicle Day highlights the impressive growth and significance of the EV industry. Over the years, we’ve witnessed incredible advancements in EV technology, including battery life, performance, and the expansion of charging infrastructure. 

Since it began, we now have more charging stations than ever before, and many of them feature ultra-rapid chargers that make owning an EV more convenient. This day serves as a reminder of how far we’ve come in promoting a clean and sustainable planet, and it also provides a glimpse into the exciting advancements that we’ll see in the future. 

In 2024 alone, the UK has made significant changes in e-mobility, highlighting key policy changes and electric vehicle launches.  

• In January 2024, the UK government introduced a ZEV mandate, requiring car manufacturers to ensure that a growing percentage of their new car sales are zero-emission vehicles. This is all part of the broader plan to ban new petrol and diesel cars by 2035, helping the UK meet its climate goals.  

• The UK's ongoing expansion of its electric vehicle charging network, with a focus on installing more high-speed chargers, is crucial for supporting the growing number of electric vehicles on the road. This means that EV drivers will experience greater convenience, with reduced waiting times and more accessible charging points, especially during long journeys, making EVs a practical option for more people.  

• The UK government is also pushing to make public transport and commercial vehicle fleets electric to assist in reducing emissions and improving air quality in cities. By switching to electric, businesses can lower their fuel and maintenance costs over time. 

As with many vehicle manufacturers, there are multiple releases throughout the year. Below we’ve listed the best electric vehicle launches across some of our brands in 2024.  

At JCT600, we’re joining the rest of the world in celebrating World EV Day. Our goal is to make your transition to electric vehicles as easy and stress-free as possible.  

We’ve invested in EV training to ensure colleagues at all JCT600 dealerships are ready to provide you with everything you need to know about EVs, as well as specialist training to ensure our vehicle technicians can safely service an EV. In addition to this, we’ve invested millions of pounds in ensuring our building infrastructure and future property developments meet sustainability requirements.  

If you’re thinking about making the switch, most of our car manufacturers offer amazing incentives that change throughout the year, so it’s important to always do your research beforehand to ensure you’re getting the best offer. All our EV offers are available to view on our electric hub and are regularly updated to ensure you are kept up-to-date.   

To help you feel confident before committing, we often offer extended test drives on most electric vehicles, giving you a true sense of what it’s like to drive an EV. While switching from a conventional engine might feel different, embracing EVs is a step toward a brighter, more sustainable future. 

We’re committed to a greener future, and we can confidently say the outlook for electric vehicles is bright. As of the end of July 2024, there were over 1,190,000 fully electric cars on UK roads. With the upcoming ban on petrol and diesel sales starting in 2035, this number is only set to rise. From that point on, only new vehicles in the electric category will be available. 

To gain more insight and share how JCT600 is preparing for the change, we asked our Group EV and Sustainability Manager, Mike Lumley, what he thinks the future of EVs looks like. He said:

At JCT600, we are proud to be helping drive the change in the automotive industry. As we plan for the future, EVs are a central focus of our projects. By making EVs a priority, we aim to contribute to a greener future and remain at the forefront of the evolving automotive landscape. 

As we move through the second half of 2024 there are many more electric vehicle launches on the radar. If there isn’t an electric vehicle that meets your needs at the moment, whether that be for the range, space, comfort or maybe a combination of all three, keep a look out for EVs launching soon!  

We offer a fantastic selection of EVs here at JCT600, and our expert teams are on hand to provide you with all the information you need to choose the right electric vehicle for you, ensuring to meet your preferences and requirements. If you’d like to learn more about electric vehicles before making the switch, visit our electric hub.