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An important question from the discussion revolves around the potential disincentive such charges might pose to EV adoption. Critics often argue that road user charges could dampen consumer enthusiasm for electric vehicles, which are essential for reducing emissions.
Dwire counters this concern by framing the charge as a necessary evolution, not a penalty. He asserts that drivers of petrol and diesel cars are already contributing through fuel excise, and this system simply extends that contribution to electric and more efficient vehicles. Moreover, revenue from these charges could be invested into charging infrastructure, addressing “range anxiety”—a major barrier to EV adoption.