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The electric MG ZS was one of the UK's best-selling cars in November

Electric vehicles take nearly 20% of UK new car market in November

Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) took 18.8% market share for UK new car registrations in November, according to the latest data from the SMMT.

SMMT warns UK charging infrastructure is not keeping pace with EV sales

The ratio of electric vehicle charge points to plug-in cars deteriorated by almost a third (31%) during 2020, according to new research from the SMMT.

EVs achieve highest monthly sales performance amid supply issues

Electric vehicle (EV) sales were the highest ever recorded in September, with 32,721 BEVs joining the road in the month.

Demand for EVs surges but new car market sees 22% drop in August

Sales of electrified vehicles soared in August, with plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) experiencing the biggest increase at 72.1%, despite an overall 22% market drop.

Commercial vehicle industry calls for HGV decarbonisation plans

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) is urging government to develop a plan that facilitates the transition to zero emission HGVs.

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Fuelling the fleet: Delivering commercial vehicle decarbonisation

The SMMT report underlines the need to support powertrain research and infrastructure developments to facilitate the transition to zero emission HGVs.

EVs to account for more than one-in-six cars acquired in 2021

Electric vehicles (EVs) are expected to account for more than one-in-six new cars acquired in 2021.

Plug-in vehicles continue to increase market share

Plug-in vehicles continued to increase market share in June according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

Extra support needed for EV battery manufacturing

The Government is being urged to introduce measures to ensure the future of the UK’s vehicle manufacturing industry and help drivers make the switch to electric.

UK new car registrations: Plug-in vehicle market continues to rise

New car registrations in May reached 156,737 units, according to new figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

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Government hails ‘green motoring milestone’ as EV sales pass 500,000

The Government has said the UK is “accelerating further towards a greener transport future” as sales of electric vehicles (EVs) pass the 500,000 mark.

'Self-driving' vehicles to be allowed on UK roads this year

Self-driving vehicles could be allowed on UK roads by the end of the year, the Government has announced.

UK new car registrations: EVs at record high

UK new car registrations grew by 11.5% for the first time since August 2020, according to new data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

New car registrations drop 35.5% but electric demand continues to rise

The UK new car market declined by 35.5% in February as 28,282 fewer units were registered, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

New car registrations slump almost 40% in January but electric demand rises

The UK new car market fell -39.5% in January with 59,030 fewer registrations compared to the same month last year.

SMMT warns of EV price hike due to no deal Brexit

UK sales of electric vehicles could be hampered due to price rises brought on by a no deal Brexit, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders.

UK demand for EVs up 184.3% during difficult September

Strong demand for electric and plug-in vehicles couldn't stop a poor result for the UK's new car industry in what is usually the second busiest month of the year.

UK plug-in vehicle demand stays strong, despite challenges of Covid-19

UK demand for plug-in vehicles has remained strong in July as pent up demand saw the new car market return to growth despite the coronavirus pandemic.

OLEV opens consultation for 2035 petrol, diesel and hybrid ban

OLEV has opened the consultation on ending the sale of new petrol, diesel and hybrid cars and vans by 2035 or earlier.

SMMT slams tyre emissions report following “sensational claims”

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has hit back at new research from Emissions Analytics that shows pollution from tyre wear can be up to 1,000 times worse than vehicle tailpipe emissions.

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Electric vehicles take nearly 20% of UK new car market in November

SMMT warns UK charging infrastructure is not keeping pace with EV sales

EVs achieve highest monthly sales performance amid supply issues

Demand for EVs surges but new car market sees 22% drop in August

Commercial vehicle industry calls for HGV decarbonisation plans

Fuelling the fleet: Delivering commercial vehicle decarbonisation

EVs to account for more than one-in-six cars acquired in 2021

Plug-in vehicles continue to increase market share

Extra support needed for EV battery manufacturing

UK new car registrations: Plug-in vehicle market continues to rise

Government hails ‘green motoring milestone’ as EV sales pass 500,000

'Self-driving' vehicles to be allowed on UK roads this year

UK new car registrations: EVs at record high

New car registrations drop 35.5% but electric demand continues to rise

New car registrations slump almost 40% in January but electric demand rises

SMMT warns of EV price hike due to no deal Brexit

UK demand for EVs up 184.3% during difficult September

UK plug-in vehicle demand stays strong, despite challenges of Covid-19

OLEV opens consultation for 2035 petrol, diesel and hybrid ban

SMMT slams tyre emissions report following “sensational claims”

Decarbonising the commute

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Mayor of London proposes journey charge from 2024 to cut car travel

Mayor of London proposes journey charge from 2024 to cut car travel

National Rail launches Covid-19 alert system to warn passengers of busy trains

DfT issues safer transport guidance for operators

European residents don't want to see a return of pre-Covid air pollution levels

Finnish city launches carbon trading app to incentivise sustainable travel

Eurostar to introduce contactless travel with facial biometric system

EU to fund £18m worth of climate and urban mobility innovation projects

E-scooter trials to be allowed on UK roads from July 4

Demand for sustainable transport only strengthened by Covid-19, says new report

Self-driving research project gets £1m to help prepare England's motorways for the future