If electric cars increase the possibility of grid blackouts, let’s invest in solar to create more power

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Wednesday 28 July 2021 14:42 BST
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Finally, the government has realised its push for electric cars could cause blackouts as the grid comes under strain – unless it gains more capacity. Rather than requiring owners to charge at night perhaps it should make it financially attractive for more people to have solar panels so they can charge cars during the day.

J Longstaff

E Sussex

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