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While battery-powered cars have taken centre stage of late, many see hydrogen vehicles - like BMWs new iX5 (pictured) - as the long-term solution.

While battery-powered cars have taken centre stage of late, many see hydrogen vehicles - like BMWs new iX5 (main), the Ineos Grenadier (left) and Toyotas Mirai (right) - as the long-term solution.

Electric vehicles will be cheaper than petrol cars by 2027, claims new report, as battery costs dive and demand climbs Study claims manufacturing costs will be lower for electric saloons and SUVs compared to petrol-powered models by 2026 All EVs, including superminis, will be less expensive to make by a year later Report claims this is due to cheaper batteries, with costs down 58% by 2030 compared to 2020 Green campaigners say more affordable prices means bans on new petrol and diesel car sales...

A poll of 15,549 drivers found that 81% think electric vehicles are too pricey Minister last month opted to cut a £3,000 grant for EVs to £2,500 Eligibility for the scheme was also lowered from £50k to £35k, ruling out many of the best models with the longest driving ranges  Other concerns with EVs are around extended charging times and infrastructure We reveal the 25 electric cars that do currently qualify for the Plug-in Car Grant