5 EV Myths Uber Drivers Should Ignore in 2025

WeFlex Marketing
2 hours ago
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If you're an Uber driver thinking about switching to an electric car, you’ve probably heard a lot of mixed messages. EV myths spread fast—especially online—and they can make it harder to know what’s true and what’s not.

At WeFlex, we help thousands of rideshare drivers get into electric cars through flexible Rent-To-Buy plans. We hear the same concerns every day—so we’ve brought together real industry insight to break down the biggest EV myths and show what driving electric really looks like when you’re working on the road.

Here are the top five myths worth ignoring in 2025.

Myth 1: “EVs cost more to own and run”

Not anymore—especially if you’re on the road for work. The day-to-day savings are huge.

Why EVs are cheaper for Uber drivers:

Electricity can cost up to 70% less than petrol or diesel
EVs have fewer moving parts, meaning lower servicing and repair costs
No congestion charge for EVs
Access to discounted public charging through apps and smart tariffs

Many drivers save £100–£200 a month on fuel alone once they switch.

The used EV market is also booming, making monthly payments more affordable. As Quentin Willson puts it, “The idea that EVs are more expensive has evaporated.”

And for rideshare drivers—who rack up more miles than anyone—EV economics make even more sense.

Myth 2: “There aren’t enough chargers”

The UK now has 80,000+ public chargers, and that number is growing every week. On top of that, drivers can use rapid charging hubs, supermarket chargers, workplace chargers and more.

Here’s what most Uber drivers realise after a few weeks:

You don’t need to charge every day.

Most Uber trips are short, and EV range easily covers a full shift.

Many drivers charge:

Once every 2–3 days
While grabbing food
During airport wait time
When shopping or at the gym

And with apps like Octopus Electroverse offering 1 million chargers across Europe, plus smart features like plunge pricing (super cheap charging when the grid is full of green energy), charging has never been easier.

Myth 3: “Tesla is the only good EV”

Tesla helped popularise EVs, but it’s no longer the only choice—far from it.

Brands like Kia, Hyundai, BYD, MG, VW, and Mercedes are building brilliant, affordable, rideshare-friendly EVs with:

Bigger boots
More comfortable interiors
Lower running costs
Excellent real-world range
Proven reliability

For Uber drivers, it’s all about choosing something comfortable, efficient, and spacious enough for passengers and luggage. Tesla is great—but it’s definitely not the only great option.

In fact, BYD and MG are now leading the way in practical, affordable EV models ideal for private hire drivers.

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Myth 4: “You must choose an EV based on WLTP range”

WLTP is a lab test—it doesn’t reflect your everyday Uber driving.

Just like MPG on petrol cars, WLTP is a comparison number, not a guarantee. Real range depends on:

Weather
Driving style
Whether you're doing city or motorway trips
AC/heating use

Most Uber driving is stop-start city traffic, which actually helps EV range because braking regenerates energy.

That’s why we help drivers choose based on real-world range, not lab figures. If you drive 80–120 miles a day (typical for many Uber drivers), nearly every modern EV easily fits the job.

Myth 5: “EVs catch fire more often”

This one spreads fast—because fear gets clicks—but it’s the opposite of the truth.

Electric cars are up to 20 times less likely to catch fire than petrol or diesel vehicles. Newer EVs use safer battery chemistries like LFP (lithium iron phosphate), and next-gen batteries will be even safer still.

As Dan Caesar from EVUK put it: “It’s absolute clickbait.”

If you’re carrying passengers for work, safety matters—and the data is clear: EVs are some of the safest cars ever made.