New HGV CO2 emissions regulatory framework for the UK
We're seeking views on the most appropriate future regulatory framework to support the transition to zero emission heavy goods vehicles (HGVs).
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This consultation considers regulatory options to:
- reduce emissions from new heavy goods vehicles (HGVs)
- support phasing out the sale of new non-zero emission heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) weighing up to and including 26 tonnes by 2035
- phase out the sale of all new non-zero emission HGVs by 2040
The consultation seeks stakeholder views on the regulatory options and broad regulatory design of a future framework to reduce HGV emissions as well as some more detailed technical issues:
- Part A provides a background on the current HGV market in the UK
- Part B considers potential regulatory options
- Part C considers scope and eligibility criteria for ‘zero emission’
- Part D seeks views options on the categorisation of vehicles, flexibilities, and penalties
- Part E seeks input on CO2 emissions reduction trajectories for a future regulatory framework
Submit responses by 17 March 2026.
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