摘要: |
The UK government has published a transport decarbonisation plan that envisages ending the sale of new petrol and diesel cars and vans by 2035, conventional domestic aviation fuel by 2040 and diesel-powered rail by 2050. As part of that, it has launched a consultation on phase-out plans for heavy goods vehicles. Restrictions would come in two tranches: 3.5t up to 26t gvw by 2035, and vehicles over 26t by 2040, or sooner "if a faster transition seems feasible". In addition, the consultation asks if commercial vehicles using zero-emission and alternative-fuel powertrains should have higher maximum weights. A second consultation covers the regulatory framework for all new road vehicles. This includes the extent of derogations, fines in case of breach and other issues. It was published alongside a green paper. |