The UK government has announced changes to electric vehicle (EV) regulations to support the car industry facing challenges from U.S. tariffs on imports. While it remains committed to a 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel cars, Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander indicated they would provide manufacturers with greater flexibility in meeting emissions targets. This includes balancing annual EV quotas to avoid penalties. The changes aim to safeguard jobs and bolster the industry in light of external pressures, despite opposition parties arguing the measures fall short of what is needed for real growth.
The government has said it is stepping in to help the British car industry by making the rules on manufacturers going all-electric more flexible.
The government said it had worked with UK car manufacturers to simultaneously 'strengthen its commitment to the phase out' while introducing 'practical reforms to support industry meet this ambition'.
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