Zero emission vehicle (ZEV)

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What is a ZEV?

A zero emission vehicle (ZEV) doesn't produce any tailpipe emissions, typically powered by electric motors or hydrogen fuel cells.

These vehicles contribute to reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, supporting environmental sustainability.

Large cities such as London are big advocates for these sorts of vehicles

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What is a battery electric vehicle?

A battery electric vehicle (BEV) uses the electrical energy from rechargeable batteries to power an electric motor (or motors).

What are a car's CO2 emissions?

When petrol or diesel burns in an engine, carbon dioxide gas – also known as CO2 – is the result.

What is an ultra-low emissions vehicle (ULEV)?

An ultra-low emission vehicle (ULEV) is a motor vehicle that uses low carbon technologies

How does an electric vehicle work?

An electric car, also known as a battery electric vehicle or EV, uses one or more electric motors to move the vehicle.

What is a plug-in hybrid car?

A plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) is a vehicle that has a slightly larger battery than a regular hybrid, so it travels further just using electricity.

What exactly is a hybrid car?

A hybrid car is one that combines a petrol or diesel engine with an electric motor. They tend to consume less fuel and emit less CO2 than a car with just a petrol or diesel engine.

What is vehicle excise duty (VED)?

Commonly known as road tax or car tax, Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) is the annual tax that the owner of a vehicle has to pay to the government for it to be used (or parked) on public roads.