The BVRLA and Collaborative Mobility UK (CoMoUK) have written to the Mayor of London to request an open discussion about the future of the Capital’s transport network and evaluate the positive role rental and car clubs can play in reducing congestion and emissions in London.
With TfL data showing that one in five cars in London will not comply with the tight emissions standards of the extended Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), the BVRLA and CoMoUK are urging TfL to work with alternatives to privately owned vehicles that are proven to cut mileage driven and boost public transport use. BVRLA rental and car club members' vehicles are 100% ULEZ compliant, providing drivers in the capital with an accessible, affordable and green way to complete their journeys within the extended zone.
BVRLA Chief Executive Gerry Keaney said: “While we support the efforts of the mayor to decarbonise London’s transport network, we need to ensure that the role shared cars and vans play is not overlooked. The ULEZ expansion provides us with a fantastic opportunity to re-shape the way Londoners think about their transport options, so we are calling on the mayor to accept our invitation for a discussion with us and our members to establish how we can maximise the benefits presented by shared mobility for a zero carbon London.”
Members should also note that the 100% discount on plug-in electric vehicles (PHEVs) entering London’s congestion charge zone has been withdrawn from Monday 25 October to coincide with the launch of the expanded ULEZ.
See TfL's information on exemptions and discounts.
See the BVRLA and CoMoUK press release issued 22 October: Drivers urged to use shared mobility to keep compliant after ULEZ expansion.
