The size of the challenge in convincing drivers to go green is highlighted by a new study showing just 2% intend to choose a fully electric model as their next vehicle.

A further 10% of motorists say they will buy a hybrid vehicle, which combines a combustion engine with an additional power source such as an electric battery.

The Government has announced that new diesel and petrol cars will be banned from 2040, but research commissioned by insurance firm Aviva suggests the majority of drivers still expect to be using fossil fuel-powered vehicles for the foreseeable future.

More than two-thirds (68%) of drivers plan to select a petrol car for their next purchase, while 21% expect to buy a diesel.

For those who said they would not consider an electric or hybrid model, the main concern was high purchase prices - expressed by 55% of respondents.

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The limited range of the vehicles was raised by 44%, while the length of time they take to charge was highlighted by 39%.

Some 2,134 UK drivers were surveyed.