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Officials Back Early Review of 2035 EV Mandate

6/6/2026

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  • Government officials are showing growing support for an early review of the 2035 fully electric car mandate.
  • Labour MP Steve Yemm said he and other backbenchers have raised concerns with ministers about the industry’s ability to meet the target.
  • MPs argue the manufacturing sector cannot sustain the rapid pace of change demanded by the current schedule, which requires hybrids or electric cars by 2030 and full electric by 2035.