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Sep 3, 2026
BEVs Top UK Sales in August, Yet Government Considers Weakening EV Targets
Battery-electric vehicles outsold every other powertrain in the UK last month, capturing 30% of the market and beating official targets, yet the government is reportedly considering softening its 2030 EV mandate. The move comes despite sales pacing well ahead of requirements, raising questions about policy direction amid strong consumer uptake.
Sarah Mitchell