'Not enjoyable, batteries a fire risk, not enough charging points': Cork motorists on EVs

Range anxiety and a shortage of charging points across the country are some of the concerns cited by motorists in Cork when asked about electric vehicles (EVs).

Following news of a sharp decline in electric car sales — overall purchases of new electric cars fell by 14.4% in the first three months of this year in contrast to 2023 — the Irish Examiner decided to get a snapshot of the public mood.

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