You could save up to £3,385 a year on fuel costs by going electric1
Over 11,000 hours of EV lessons were taught by AA Driving School in 2025
210,324 learners passed their driving test in 2024 - 2025 in an automatic vehicle2
Are EVs expensive?
Shift into savings mode and discover how EVs can drive down your costs for the long haul.
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Why is the EV franchise more expensive than a petrol or diesel one?
EVs tend to cost more upfront than equivalent petrol cars due to the nature of their batteries – they’re the biggest reason for the initial cost difference as they feature more raw materials that are expensive to extract and manufacture. We factor in this cost difference to our franchise prices.
However, recent data shows that electric vehicles usually work out cheaper in the long run, thanks to home charging technology which will save you money compared to fuelling up a petrol engine.
How do I maintain and service an electric car?
When you become an AA Driving School franchisee, we outline how often you’ll need to service and maintain your electric car in your Service Intervals Document. However, booking in for a service is simple through AA Prestige Fleet Servicing and is included as part of your franchise.
As the daily user of the vehicle, you’re responsible for its roadworthiness and general maintenance. Regular servicing ensures your car stays in warranty, remains reliable, efficient and safe for every lesson.
Can you guarantee when I’ll get my car delivered?
If you’re already teaching in a petrol or diesel car and you’re swapping to an EV, we’ll arrange a convenient handover date for your new car – giving you ample time to inform your students of the change.
If it’s your first car with us, we’ll work closely with you to find a timely delivery date for your new EV.
Will you supply me with pupils?
As with our standard AA All Inclusive franchise (for petrol cars) we’ll provide you with an uncapped supply of pupils who want to learn EVs.
Can I switch to an EV even though I currently teach in a manual car?
Yes. You'll need to manage your existing pupils’ expectations and let them know you'll be switching to an EV.
Good to know
1Fuel saving is an estimate only, actual savings depend on make and model, driving conditions, driving style and efficiency. Calculation based on a medium sized car assuming an annual mileage of 40,000 miles, fuel price of £1.40 per litre and electricity costs of £0.24 per kWh, using the following calculator: https://www.hsbc.co.uk/sustainability/electric-vehicles/cost-calculator/
2Driving test and theory test data: cars - https://www.gov.uk/government/statistical-data-sets/driving-test-and-theory-test-data-cars report from April 2024 to March 2025
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