Long seen as unattainably expensive, EVs are gaining popularity among middle-income Americans. People across demographics are growing more concerned about their environmental impact, so the arrival of affordable hybrids and electric cars could spur them to act on their values.

The uptake of electric vehicles has boomed since they made their debut in the early 2010s. But with the price point of EVs and entrenched habits proving a barrier to usage, German start-up &Charge is using the loyalty scheme model to make climate change a frictionless part of daily life.

The worldwide electric vehicle industry has turned a corner – the number of global plug-in vehicle deliveries is growing higher each year. With people increasingly environmentally conscious, opting for an EV is eco-keen choice. So, what’s driven this change in fortunes and is it sustainable?

It’s tiny, it’s electric, and it only costs €6,000. But the Citroen Ami isn’t an e-scooter, it’s a miniature electric car designed for city living. With urbanites interested in EVs but often put off by high costs and impractical design, the Ami is opening sustainable travel up to a wider audience.