EVs and hybrids could get green number plates

The government is consulting on whether EVs and Ultra-Low Emission Vehicles should be equipped with green number plates to differentiate them from other cars and help promote awareness of cleaner vehicles.

The plates, which are already used by countries like Norway, Canada, and China, could be available on green vehicles like electric and hydrogen cars, and are thought to encourage take-up among drivers.

The consultationwill seek views on whether green plates could work in the UK, and if so, what they should look like.

Chris Grayling, Transport Secretary, said: "cleaner, greener transport has the potential to bring with it cleaner air, a better environment and stronger economies for countries around the world.

"Adding a green badge of honour to these new clean vehicles is a brilliant way of helping increase awareness of their growing popularity in the UK, and might just encourage people to think about how one could fit into their own travel routine."

The consultation will consider potential designs for the plates, which could include entirely green on the front, back or both sides of the vehicle, or a green symbol.