£2,500 Government grant for new plug-in cars: PiCG
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You can get a plug-in car grant (PiCG) on brand new low-emission vehicles through a scheme the government gives to vehicle dealerships and manufacturers. To be eligible for the grant, cars must cost less than £35,000, this is the recommended retail price (RRP) and includes VAT and delivery fees. The grant will pay for 35% […]
Low-emission commercial vehicles eligible for a plug-in grant
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You can get a discount on the price of a brand new low-emission commercial vehicle through a grant the government gives to vehicle dealerships and manufacturers. Small vans These vehicles are less than 2,500 kilograms (kg) gross vehicle weight, have CO2 emissions of less than 50g/km and can travel at least 96km (60 miles) […]
Charging your electric vehicle at home, what do you need to know?
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Charging your electric vehicle at home makes use of the time whilst it is parked and not being used and ensures you always have a full ‘topped up’ battery when you leave home. When you switch to an electric vehicle there are several home installation charging options for you to choose from, to ensure you […]
Petrol and Diesel cars banned from 2030 – A guide to all you need to know.
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On the 18th November 2020, the UK government announced the end of the sale of new petrol and diesel cars through a 2-phased approach. Step 1 will see the phase-out date for the sale of new petrol and diesel cars and vans brought forward to 2030. Step 2 will see all new cars and […]