Campaign against electric vehicle misinformation

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【Summary】MPs from the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Electric Vehicles have supported the #StopBurningStuff campaign, which aims to combat misinformation about electric vehicles (EVs). The campaign, endorsed by scientists, climate ambassadors, and industry leaders, seeks to counter incorrect anti-EV rhetoric. MPs have expressed concern about the government's change in policy regarding new petrol and diesel cars and vans from 2030, as it causes uncertainty for consumers and manufacturers.

FutureCar Staff Oct 26, 2023 11:17 PM PT

Campaign against electric vehicle misinformation

MPs from the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Electric Vehicles have thrown their support behind a new campaign aimed at combating misinformation about electric vehicles. The campaign, called #StopBurningStuff, was launched last month by EV campaign group FairCharge and Robert Llewellyn's Fully Charged Show. Its goal is to counter incorrect anti-EV rhetoric and has gained endorsements from scientists, climate ambassadors, and senior industry figures.

The campaign has now earned the backing of MPs, including Matt Western, the chair of the APPG on Electric Vehicles and the Labour MP for Warwick and Leamington. Western expressed concern over the government's recent change of stance on new petrol and diesel cars and vans, stating that it is disastrous for consumers and manufacturers who need certainty before making investment decisions. He emphasized the importance of leading with the market in order to be at the forefront of new technologies.

At a recent meeting of the APPG on EVs, representatives from the REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology), FairCharge, and the Fully Charged Show discussed the true cost of misinformation and its impact on the electric vehicle sector. The meeting followed the publication of the government's 30-point 'plan for drivers', which includes a focus on debunking concerns about EVs.

Matthew Adams, transport policy manager at REA, highlighted the results of a poll that revealed significant market uncertainty stemming from the Prime Minister's speech. He expressed hope that the information shared during the meeting would help inform MPs' voting decisions. Quentin Willson, founder of FairCharge, emphasized the urgent need to debunk the myths surrounding electric cars and batteries and called on the government to join the battle to save the motor industry and move towards energy independence.

The #StopBurningStuff campaign will continue its efforts to counter misinformation about EVs, particularly in the mass media. Plans include creating a compendium of facts, figures, and infographics for media outlets and others to reference when faced with anti-sustainability narratives.

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