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Road to 2035: Government Reopens ZEV Mandate for Review

The UK Government has launched a consultation to help shape the pathway to zero-emission driving by 2035. The deadline for submitting views is 23 October 2026.

As part of this push, the government is investing £7.5 billion to grow the electric vehicle market, boost domestic manufacturing, increase sales, and expand the UK’s charging network. This includes the Electric Car Grant and continued investment in EV charging infrastructure.

The consultation seeks views on how the UK can reach its zero-emission targets, and whether the existing annual sales targets for manufacturers remain appropriate. It fulfils the government’s long-standing commitment to review the ZEV Mandate by 2027.

What has the government already done to support the shift to zero-emission vehicles by 2035?

The government has introduced a range of funding and initiatives, including:

  • £600 million to roll out more charge points
  • £3,750 grant for new electric vehicle purchases
  • £4 billion for DRIVE35 projects
  • £3.5 billion in grants for vans, trucks and cars

New petrol and diesel car sales will be phased out by 2030, with all new cars and vans required to be fully zero-emission by 2035.

The automotive industry is fully committed to a zero-emission future, investing billions in new technologies, products and incentives. However, with the ZEV Mandate conceived under vastly different conditions, this welcome review is a timely opportunity to adjust the transition so it works for all. That means a commercially sustainable transition which supports UK competitiveness, investment and jobs whilst delivering greater choice and affordability for motorists — the sooner, the better.
Mike Hawes, Chief Executive
SMMT

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