Why electric cars cost more to insure - and what's being done about it
The insurance cost of electric vehicles is still putting many would-be buyers. So what can be done about it?
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Notable Quotes
"The rising EV demand is driven by intensifying competition and rising consumer interest in plug-in cars."
— Ian Plummer , Executive
"It's absolutely crucial electric vehicles become cheaper to insure."
— Steve Fowler , Other
Key People
Principal advanced technologies engineer focusing on electric vehicle design.
Chief customer officer of car selling website Autotrader.
Senior test engineer involved in crash testing of electric vehicles.
Steve Fowler is a leading automotive journalist and founder of the car review website Carblah.
Locations
All Coverage
The insurance cost of electric vehicles is still putting many would-be buyers. So what can be done about it?
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
Most Medicare Advantage drug plan enrollees in high-quality plans, US government says - Reuters
Most Medicare Advantage drug plan enrollees in high-quality plans, US government says Reuters
October 8, 2026 at 11:29 PMWhy EV sales are lukewarm in America, but hot in Europe - Reuters
Why EV sales are lukewarm in America, but hot in Europe Reuters
October 8, 2026 at 10:18 AMMercedes-Benz Q3 car sales fall 8% as China demand weakness persists, EV sales rise 52% - Reuters
Mercedes-Benz Q3 car sales fall 8% as China demand weakness persists, EV sales rise 52% Reuters
October 7, 2026 at 12:42 PMEuropean EV sales hit record in 'pivotal' year for affordable cars, study shows - Reuters
European EV sales hit record in 'pivotal' year for affordable cars, study shows Reuters
October 5, 2026 at 05:01 AMRenault to invest over €10 billion in France in EVs, affordable cars, CEO says - Reuters
Renault to invest over €10 billion in France in EVs, affordable cars, CEO says Reuters
October 3, 2026 at 11:51 AMEV drivers love their cars, but some passengers feel sick - this could be why
Research shows there are several reasons people might experience motion sickness in electric vehicles.
October 3, 2026 at 02:36 AM