Carrots rather than sticks must now underpin the UK’s EV transition

Consumer incentives must be put in place by the UK Government as a matter of urgency in the wake of its decision to delay the ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars from 2030 to 2035.

Sue Robinson, chief executive of the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), which represents car and commercial retailers across the UK, said that while the UK continues to hold some of the most ambitious climate commitment targets, it still lacked any credible up-front price incentives to support the transition to electric for less-affluent motorists.

“With the removal of the Plug-In Car Grant (PICG) last June and price parity yet to be reached between electric vehicles and their internal combustion engine counterparts, the Government must create a clear and positive message for motorists that they remain committed to their climate targets.