UK provides discounts for 17 EV models under £650 million grant scheme
UK provides discounts for 17 EV models under £650 million grant scheme. Photo: Pixabay
By Editorial Team | August 14, 2025
In a bid to decarbonise the auto industry, the UK government has made thirteen more electric car models eligible for new government grants. Some models of Nissan, Renault and Vauxhall are eligible for grants up to £1,500, and the discount is applied during the actual sale of the car. Earlier, four Citroen cars were allowed for grants, while more models are expected to be approved as automakers are assessed on sustainability standards. The total electric vehicle grant scheme amounts to £650 million, according to The Independent.
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