13 more EV models approved for £1,500 discount

Thirteen more models now qualify for the Electric Car Grant scheme, which will allow drivers to save £1,500 on these electric cars when bought new, alongside the four Citroën models announced last week.

This makes a total 17 models part of the government’s Electric Car Grant, with discounts to be applied at the point of sale with no paperwork required from customers.

The new eligible models are from Renault (Alpine A290, Megane, 4, 5, and Scenic), Nissan (Micro and Ariya), and Vauxhall (Corsa Electric, Combo Life Electric, Astra Electric, Mokka Electric, Frontera Electric, and Grandland Electric).

The Electric Car Grant is part of a £4.5 billion investment from the government to boost electric vehicle adoption, such as developing an extensive charging network.

Transport secretary Heidi Alexander said: “With discounts on 17 car models announced this week alone, we’re delivering on our promise to make it easier and cheaper for families to go electric.

“This is about backing drivers, putting money back into people’s pockets and creating the jobs and growth that will drive Britain forward, delivering on our Plan for Change.”