Government Grants for Electric Vehicles
The UK government continues to support the adoption of electric vehicles through various grants, despite scrapping the Plug-in Car Grant in 2022. Drivers can save up to £25,000 on the price of new electric vehicles from manufacturers like Ford, Mercedes, and Volkswagen.
Available Grants for Different Vehicle Types
- Small Vans: Save up to £2,500 on vans under 2,500kg with CO2 emissions under 50g/km. Eligible models include Citroën e-Berlingo, Ford e-Transit Courier, and Mercedes eCitan.
- Large Vans: Grants of £5,000 available for vans between 2,500kg and 4,250kg. Examples include Ford E-Transit, Maxus eDeliver 3, and Volkswagen E-Transporter.
- Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles: Up to £2,500 off vehicles under £50,000 with zero tailpipe CO2 emissions. Eligible models include Citroen e-Berlingo and Vauxhall Vivaro-e Life.
- Small Trucks (N2 vehicles): £16,000 discount available for vehicles between 4,250kg and 12,000kg with significantly reduced CO2 emissions. Examples include FUSO eCanter and Iveco eDaily.
- Large Trucks (N3 vehicles): Maximum grant of £25,000 for trucks over 12,000kg meeting specific emissions criteria. Eligible vehicles include Mercedes-Benz eActros and Volvo FH Electric Tractor.
- Taxis: £4,000 grant available for electric taxis that can travel at least 70 miles without emissions. Currently, only LEVC TX is eligible.
- Motorcycles: £500 grant for eligible electric motorcycles costing under £10,000 that can travel at least 31 miles between charges. Examples include models from Cake, Eccity, and NIU.
Key Criteria for Eligibility
- Vehicles must have zero or very low CO2 emissions
- Specific range requirements between charges
- Price thresholds apply to certain categories
- Vehicles must meet particular technical specifications
These government grants aim to encourage the adoption of electric vehicles across various categories, making it more affordable for individuals and businesses to switch from traditional petrol and diesel models. For the most up-to-date information on eligible vehicles and grant amounts, it’s recommended to check the official government website or consult with dealerships offering these models.
