U-turn on EV policy could stall UK’s take-up of EVs | Fiona Harvey and Jasper Jolly
The UK government is considering a U-turn on electric vehicle (EV) policy, potentially weakening emissions targets for new car sales. Analysts warn that such a move could stall the transition to EVs, increase living costs for consumers, and hinder the UK's progress toward net-zero carbon goals.
Why it matters
This policy debate pits economic and manufacturing concerns against environmental commitments, with significant implications for the UK's climate strategy.
Analyst Jess Ralston said weakening emissions targets would not solve the problems for manufacturers, who are already facing intensified competition from China. Photograph: Gareth Fuller/PA Analyst Jess Ralston said weakening emissions targets would not solve the problems for manufacturers, who are already facing intensified competition from China. Photograph: Gareth Fuller/PA Electric, hybrid and low-emission cars Analysis Policy U-turn could stall Britain’s take-up of electric vehicles Fiona Harvey and Jasper Jolly The 2030 target for 80% of new cars to have zero emissions could be cut to as low as half
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