Starting December, traders with electric vehicles will be required to pay Congestion Charge fees, creating a financial burden that may discourage the transition from diesel and petrol vehicles. Transport for London's proposed removal of the Cleaner Vehicle Discount for electric vans, reducing benefits significantly, could force small businesses to revert to traditional fuel sources due to economic pressures. The need for electric vehicles remains vital for service-dependent sectors. Furthermore, an emphasis on supporting car clubs, which reduce car ownership and usage, is crucial for managing urban congestion effectively.
Forcing traders with electric vehicles to pay Congestion Charge fees from December will be counterproductive in encouraging Londoners to stop using diesel and petrol motors.
Transport for London's plans to remove the Cleaner Vehicle Discount from electric vans and other vehicles used by small businesses would create a barrier for them to make the green switch.
Plans to slash the discount in half would see small businesses returning to petrol or diesel vehicles due to economic pressures, impacting their operational decisions.
Car clubs should be treated differently from private electric cars, as they are a key tool to reduce the need for car ownership and journeys.
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