The transition to electric vehicles (EVs) has had a massive impact on how traditional car and van makers operate. It has also provided the opportunity for start-up electric-only brands to enter the UK market.

Tesla was the first of these, while brands such as Ora and BYD (Build Your Dreams) are currently making moves to break through.

One of the biggest successes though, particularly in fleet, has been Polestar which last year increased its annual UK sales by 80% to 7,300, with four-out-of-five going to fleet and businesses.

This is even more remarkable when you consider the standalone brand, which is 49% owned by Volvo, delivered just 800 cars in 2020.