2030 petrol and diesel car ban to go ahead despite EV concerns

In October, the former Transport Secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan confirmed that the 2030 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars and vans would go ahead. This is expected to be followed by all new cars and vans to be fully zero emission at the tailpipe from 2035.Between 2030 and 2035, new cars and vans can be sold if they have the capability to drive a significant distance with zero emissions.Petrol, diesel and hybrid HGVs over 26 tonnes could be banned from 2040, subject to a Government consultation.Aidan McClean, CEO and co-founder of UFODRIVE, has called on the UK Government to use the net zero plans to ‘seriously limit’ the use of petrol and diesel cars.However, he acknowledged that the charging infrastructure across the country needs to be upgraded massively.READ MORE: New E10 petrol changes to be introduced today 2030 petrol and diesel car ban to go ahead despite electric vehicle charging concerns. (Image: Getty)He said: ‘I am thrilled to see Rishi Sunak commit to 2019’s environmental pledges – although far more must be done, and we must realise that the climate crisis is here, and we are minutes from disaster.’Although opponents are often right in their criticisms of electric infrastructure, this is not inevitable nor permanent. ‘A lot of work must be done to ensure that it’s functional and practical, but this is possible if we have a Government that’s committed to a cleaner transport system and a future-proofed planet.’We need more chargers, particularly fast chargers, and we certainly need more user-friendly, accessible infrastructure. DON’T MISSElderly drivers hit out at maximum driving age proposals [SHOCKING]Car insurance policies could be invalidated by window issues [WARNING]Drivers warned of massive fines and points for checking smartwatch [INSIGHT] UK new car registrations by type. (Image: Express)’After all, many EVs have a range of over 200 miles, and most don’t regularly drive anywhere near that far. Frankly, this is why ‘range anxiety’ should be called ‘user-experience anxiety”.Yesterday, Number 10 confirmed that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will be attending the COP27 climate summit in Egypt.It had previously been said he was too busy dealing with the first weeks of his Premiership and the upcoming economic statement.He said that he wanted to deliver on Glasgow’s legacy after the Scottish city hosted the COP26 summit last November.Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson is also expected to attend, as well as climate adviser Alok Sharma.