Electric Car Grant: Ford models become first EVs to qualify for maximum £3,750 discount

Stuart Stone
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Ford Puma Gen-E - Credit: Ford
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Ford Puma Gen-E - Credit: Ford

Department for Transport announces latest zero emission models to qualify for grant scheme, including first two vehicles to secure the full discount

Ford's Puma Gen-E and e-Tourneo Courier have today been named as the first electric models eligible for the full £3,750 discount under the government's Electric Car Grant. The Department for Transport...

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