ZEV Mandate Explained: UK Government Policy on Electric Vehicle Sales Targets
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The ZEV (Zero Emission Vehicle) mandate is a UK government policy requiring car manufacturers to sell an increasing proportion of electric vehicles each year, aiming to accelerate the transition away from petrol and diesel cars. The article explains what the mandate is, how it works, and what it means for drivers in the UK.
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· 3 pulledThe Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate is a UK government policy that requires car manufacturers to sell a rising proportion of electric cars each year.
The aim is to speed up the shift away from petrol and diesel cars and towards cleaner, zero-emission transport.
Here's everything you need to know about the ZEV mandate and how it affects you as a driver.
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