UK poised to water down 2030 EV sales targets after industry and union pressure (opens original article in a new tab)

The UK government is considering lowering its 2030 electric vehicle sales targets from 80% to 50% due to industry and union pressure, while maintaining the 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel cars.

• UK government plans to reduce 2030 EV sales targets from 80% to 50% electric vehicle sales
• Car industry and unions pressured government to allow more hybrid vehicle sales
• Government will maintain 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel cars but keep 2035 hybrid car phase-out deadline