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2035 petrol and diesel car ban: 12 things you need to know

Published 21 September 2023
By Will Dron
The ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars has been pushed back to 2035. What does the mean for used cars and their value?
UK Government confirms ban on conventional petrol and diesel cars in 2040

2040 petrol and diesel outlined by Government

The UK Government has confirmed it will ban new conventional petrol and diesel car sales by 2040, as part of its 'Road to Zero' policy.
Published 11 July 2018

All new homes to come with charging points

Electric car charging points will be included in every new home, as part of a new proposal by the Department for Transport.
Published 09 July 2018
Petrol and diesel-powered cars could still be sold after 2040

Petrol and diesel cars might not be banned in 2040

A government minister has suggested petrol and diesel cars might not be totally banned by 2040, if the engines can be made efficient enough.
Published 14 June 2018
Cars without 50-mile electric range could be banned from 2040

Cars from 2040 to have 50-mile electric range

The government is said to be considering a ban of any petrol or diesel-powered hybrid car that is unable to travel 50 miles on battery power.
Published 08 May 2018