UK eyes weaker EV targets; analysis finds potential £3bn annual cost to consumers

A UK government consultation on relaxing electric vehicle adoption targets could result in £3 billion in annual costs to consumers by 2030, according to analysis.

First covered Aug 12, 2026 · 7:50 AM PT · 1 article

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4h Carbon Brief Analysis: Weaker EV targets could cost UK consumers £3bn a year by 2030 — An upcoming UK government consultation on weakening targets for electric vehicles (EVs) could cost consumers as much as £3bn a… The post Analysis: Weaker EV…

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