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Electric vehicle sales targets could be cut after pressure from car makers

UK · 2026-08-14

Key takeaway

UK government may cut electric vehicle sales target from 80% to 50% by 2030.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerUK government considers reducing EV sales target from 80% to 50%.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onHybrid vehicle manufacturers benefit from a higher proportion of hybrid sales.
  3. Step 3 · Reaches youReduced focus on EVs could slow down the transition to a low-carbon economy.

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Source: BBC News — Business

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