Sadiq Khan opposes potential government rollback of electric vehicle targets

Ministers are currently debating whether to reduce the legal requirement for carmakers to ensure 80% of vehicles sold by 2030 are electric. While some government members favor cutting this target to 50%, the London mayor has formally stated his opposition to any such change. City Hall officials argue that weakening these targets could discourage investment in the electric vehicle and charging infrastructure sectors, potentially slowing the transition to zero-emission transport. The government is expected to announce its final decision regarding the 2030 mandate in the coming weeks.