Electric car sales dropped 41pc in Ireland last month as motor industry calls for more Government support

The drop in BEV sales is demand driven. In Ireland private consumers have been the key drivers of the EV market, and these buyers need greater re-assurances to be convinced to make the change.

Mr Cooke said: 'The drop in BEV sales is demand driven. In Ireland private consumers have been the key drivers of the EV market, and these buyers need greater re-assurances to be convinced to make the change.'

He said that means rapid investment by the government in a reliable, convenient, and affordable electric charging infrastructure. At the same time, we need the government to extend current incentives such as the purchase grant, Mr Cooke said.

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