UK government launches consultation to soften EV sales mandate after industry pressure
By Eve
The UK government opened a consultation on 14 August to review zero emission vehicle targets, following pressure from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, which reports automakers losing billions of pounds on EV discounts to meet mandates. Current rules require EVs to account for 33% of new car sales in 2026, 80% in 2030 and 100% by 2035, but EV market share is expected to reach only 27.4% by year end. The review proposes four alternatives, including three that would retain the 2035 endpoint but cut the 2030 target to as low as 50%, and a fourth that would keep existing targets with added flexibility.
Why it matters
Any softening of the 2030 target could slow the pace of charging infrastructure rollout required to support fleet electrification, affecting procurement timelines and investment decisions for CPOs planning network expansion. The consultation outcome will shape demand forecasts and the business case for charging projects across the UK market.
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- https://www.wardsauto.com/news/uk-government-launches-review-into-ev-mandate-for-automakers/827986/
- Original title
- “UK government launches review into EV mandate for automakers”
- Published
- 20 August 2026
- Updated
- 22 August 2026
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- United Kingdom
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