U.K. EV Rule Dilution Spurs Protest, But Industry Will Breathe Easier
The U.K. government is reportedly considering weakening its electric vehicle (EV) sales mandates, a move that has drawn criticism from EV advocates and industry figures. Originally aiming for 80% EV market share by 2030, the proposed change would lower this to 50%, with hybrids filling the gap, though the 2035 monopoly target remains. Critics argue this policy shift undermines investor confidence and the U.K.'s reputation for regulatory consistency, potentially harming its manufacturing sector. AI