UK mandates 22% zero-emission cars this year, rising to 80% by 2030; £15K fines for non-compliance, with current EV sales at just 16%.
The UK mandates that 22% of manufacturers’ vehicle sales must have zero tailpipe emissions this year, rising to 80% by 2030. Dealers face £15,000 fines for each non-compliant vehicle sold, while EVs only made up 16% of sales in the first five months. Most EV purchases are by corporate fleets, with actual retail demand likely …