In Depth extra: Not a fleeting thought - how the insurance market is catching up on EV

electric car

Although the fleet market is still lagging behind the private car space when it comes to the adoption of electric vehicles, Lauren Ingram discovers change is inevitable.

In 1884, in Wolverhampton, something quite incredible happened. One of the first ever electric cars was built and hit streets, being driven by its inventor Thomas Parker.

This was one of many inventions by Parker, who was well before his time and could have had no idea that more than 100 years later the modern version of his invention was finally more commonplace.

For all the impact Parker had on science and the world, sadly he’s still not even the first result when you Google his name—trumped

Only users who have a paid subscription or are part of a corporate subscription are able to print or copy content.

To access these options, along with all other subscription benefits, please contact info@insuranceage.co.uk.

You are currently unable to copy this content. Please contact info@insuranceage.co.uk to find out more.

Sorry, our subscription options are not loading right now

Please try again later. Get in touch with our customer services team if this issue persists.

New to Insurance Age? View our subscription options

Register

Sign up and gain access to five complimentary news articles every month.

Already have an account? Sign in here

This address will be used to create your account

Brokers push for more from RSA/NIG

Brokers have given a mixed report on communication levels around the RSA and NIG deal but with the process kicking forwards today have expressed the hope the takeover will make more products available.

You need to sign in to use this feature. If you don’t have an Insurance Age account, please register now.

Sign in
You are currently on corporate access.

To use this feature you will need an individual account. If you have one already please sign in.

Sign in.

Alternatively you can request an indvidual account here: