Barbados is making impressive progress in the transition to cleaner transport. The latest figures show that electric vehicles (EVs), hybrids (HEVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) now account for about 70 per cent of all new vehicle sales.

This is a remarkable shift and shows that Barbadians are embracing the new technology that can reduce fuel bills, cut harmful emissions and decrease the country’s dependence on imported oil.

This is a positive development that should be recognised. It shows that with the right policies and incentives, people are willing to make changes. The government should be credited for introducing tax concessions that have led to more motorists purchasing electric and hybrid vehicles.