UK Government Launches Industry Consultation on 2030 Petrol, Diesel Car Phase-Out

A former BMW boss said EU rules are unlikely to lead to a significant reduction in carbon emissions and ‘will simply cost the industry a lot of money.’

A sign directs toward electric vehicle charging points in a car park in Manchester, England, on Sept. 8, 2023. Phil Noble/Reuters

The UK government has announced a consultation on its zero-emission vehicle target following warnings from the car industry that net-zero mandates could force brands to exit the UK market.

Under the UK’s current net zero targets, carmakers must ensure that a certain percentage of their sales are zero-emission vehicles, or face stiff financial penalties.