We have seen the sector expand at an exponential pace, with many manufacturers claiming that by 2030 most, if not all, of their vehicles will be electric. This is set to have a significant impact from a sustainability and ESG perspective, but it is also expected to boost international retail markets, forever changing how we purchase cars.

Deciding to buy an electric car is arguably as much of a lifestyle decision as it is a practical one, and it is for this reason that the general retail market and the car market are beginning to converge. Many electric car brands are focusing their showroom strategies not on traditional motor malls and dealerships, but instead on retail and lifestyle-led locations, from prime shopping centres to popular high streets.

The team at Savills have first-hand knowledge and experience of sourcing and delivering the right property solutions to fit with the very detailed technical and operational requirements these brands have. We pride ourselves in ensuring that landlords understand the significance of EV brands as technology retailers, not just car sales outlets, and that our EV clients are now seen as a key part of any scheme or retail portfolio mix.