Changes to Plug-In Car Grants

Currently a Government grant of 35% of the cost of an electric car (up to a maximum of £5,000) is available when you buy a new electric car, however as of 1st March 2016 this will change.

From 1st March 2016, two grant rates will be available:

• ‘Category 1’ cars with a zero emission range of over 70 miles will receive a grant of £4,500.
• ‘Category 2 and 3’ cars with a shorter zero emission range, such as plug-in hybrid vehicles with a petrol or diesel engine, will receive £2,500.

For more details and a list of eligible vehicles see here.