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SMMT claims automotive manufacturers could unlock £4.6bn in value by 2030 as EV growth boosts demand for British-built parts

SMMT data shows sales of new fully electric cars accounted for almost a quarter of the overall market in March 2026

New official data suggests EV adoption in the UK is 'on track' to meet government targets, but the auto industry is continuing to demand an 'urgent review' of targets it fears are too ambitious

Battery electric vehicles accounted for a quarter of all new car registrations in February, while more than a third of new cars are now plug in models

UK passed landmark 1,000th new zero emission HGV registrations last year, though buses and coaches remain most rapidly decarbonising road segment

While used petrol and diesel cars continue to dominate the market, sales of pre-owned EVs are growing fast

Almost 300,000 low emissions cars rolled out of UK factories last year, providing a major bright spot as overall production fell 15.5 per cent

Demand for electric vans rises, but analysts warn roll out remains 'well below' mandated level

Campaigners argue ZEV Mandate 'is functioning as intended', as data indicates carmakers met their EV sales targets for second year running

Industry on course to hit the regulatory target for 28 per cent of UK car sales to be electric in 2025, ECIU analysis suggests