Government announces ZEV Mandate review
The government has launched a ZEV Mandate review, with industry feedback invited until 23 October. The review will consider if current targets are achievable and how they will impact the […]
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ZEV Mandate is not working, despite rising EV sales
The SMMT has warned that strong electric vehicle sales figures do not mean the ZEV Mandate is working. Sales of electric cars and vans rose 44% and 74% respectively last […]
Light commercial vehicle registrations up nearly a quarter
UK new light commercial vehicle registrations rose 22% to 28,578 units in July, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The fourth consecutive month of growth took […]
ZEV Mandate concerns revealed by IMI survey
A new survey by the IMI has revealed serious industry concerns about the sector’s ability to meet the ZEV Mandate deadline. Labour MP Perran Moon has stated the government will […]
ZEV Mandate putting huge pressure of manufacturers
Electric vehicle sales must make up 40% of all new car registrations between now and the end of the year to meet ZEV Mandate targets. Figures from the Society of […]
SMMT calls for urgent action as ZEV targets put sector at risk
Britain must act now to secure the future of its world-class automotive industry, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has warned today, with urgent action needed for a […]
ZEV Mandate revisions could cost UK economy £2.9bn
Weakening the ZEV Mandate would send out the wrong message to industry and could cost the UK economy more than £2.9bn. This is according to new analysis carried out by […]
ZEV Mandate based on ‘heroic assumptions’ – SMMT
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has restated its call for an urgent review of the ZEV Mandate. It said that while electrification of the UK car parc is […]
EVA England calls for ZEV Mandate certainty
EVA England has urged the government to provide clarity around the ZEV Mandate, warning that continued uncertainty will undermine sales. It has been reported the government will weaken ZEV Mandate […]
ZEV Mandate review must support van sales
The government must make electric vans a priority if it announces a review of the ZEV Mandate. It has been reported that the government will soften ZEV Mandate targets following […]
Proposed ZEV Mandate revisions welcomed by NFDA
The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) has welcomed reports that the government will soften ZEV Mandate targets. Industry bodies and stakeholders have urged the government to review the ZEV Mandate, […]
ZEV Mandate not as critical as consistency, warns Solera cap hpi
A consistent approach to electrification is more important than ZEV Mandate targets, according to Matt Freeman, managing consultant at Solera cap hpi. The government is expected to reduce the 2030 […]