Innovative ideas for zero-emission vehicles could attract a share of £20 million Government funding, designed to help the UK transition towards all new cars and vans being zero emission by 2035.
The government launched a research and development competition, open to some of the most promising electric vehicle technology innovations. This could include zero emission emergency vehicles, charging technology or EV battery recycling. Previous winners include pop-up EV chargers and hydrogen-fuelled ambulances.
This investment will help ensure the UK remains a world leader in EV design and manufacture, which could create around 6,000 skilled jobs over the next decade.
Transport Secretary, The Rt Hon Grant Shapps MP said:
“Investing in innovation is crucial in decarbonising transport, which is why I’m delighted to see creative zero-emission projects across the UK come to life. The funding announced will help harness some of the brightest talent in the UK tech industry, encouraging businesses to become global leaders in EV innovation, creating jobs and accelerating us towards our net-zero ambitions.”
