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How to apply for vehicle eligibility for the Electric Car Grant

Guidance for applicants on how to apply for vehicles to be eligible for the Electric Car Grant.

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From:
Department for Transport and Office for Zero Emission Vehicles
Published:
15 July 2025
Last updated:
1 April 2026
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  1. Information added on model year updates and whole vehicle type approval extensions.

  2. Guidance updated to reflect OZEV's responsibility in relation to assessing vehicle eligibility.

  3. From 29 August 2025 interpolation family variants will have a price cap of £42,000. Any vehicle with a purchase price over £42,000 after this date is not eligible for grant support.

  4. Correction to evidence for vehicle approvals.

  5. Acceptable evidence for vehicle approvals updated.

  6. First published.

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How to apply for vehicle eligibility for the Electric Car Grant

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Guidance for applicants on how to apply for a vehicle to be eligible for the Electric Car Grant.

The guidance explains:

  • how the scheme works
  • vehicle eligibility
  • the application process

The Electric Car Grant was announced in July 2025. The grant gives buyers of eligible electric cars a reduction in the purchase price of the vehicle. The grant is only available for vehicles that have been approved as eligible.

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