Tories plan to repeal petrol car ban if elected

Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the Conservative Party, has vowed to abolish the ban on new petrol and diesel car sales if elected, opposing the current Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate set for 2030. She argues that the ban disadvantages the UK car industry against global competitors like China and seeks to align with Italy’s approach to net zero. The EU is also reconsidering its 2035 ban on combustion vehicles, raising concerns about competitiveness. Industry leaders are divided, with some urging caution against reversing the ZEV mandate.

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