UK Electric Vehicles Reach Government Target Share Early
In December, battery electric vehicles captured 32.7% of all new registrations in the UK, reaching the 33% target share early.
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Read ReviewIn December, battery electric vehicles captured 32.7% of all new registrations in the UK, reaching the 33% target share early.
The UK reached its two-millionth registered electric vehicle by the end of April, showing 14.5% year-on-year growth.
A historic tipping point: 516,490 new BEVs were sold compared to 504,010 petrol vehicles over a 12-month period.
New purchase subsidies of up to £3,750 announced for electric vehicles priced under £37,000 to support industry goals.