Overview

• From August 29, variants within an interpolation family priced above £42,000 no longer qualify for grants even if entry versions meet the £37,000 threshold.
• Department for Transport guidance clarifies that eligibility is determined by the RRP of the lowest‑priced variant for each powertrain, with certain options and fees excluded from RRP.
• Twenty‑eight models have been confirmed so far, with only Ford’s Puma Gen‑E and e‑Tourneo Courier meeting the top sustainability bar for the full £3,750 discount.
• Industry bodies and dealer groups report a confusing rollout and delayed purchases as approvals arrive in small batches, citing a dip in registrations linked to buyer uncertainty.
• Officials say more models will be assessed in the coming weeks under sustainability criteria, with some reports expecting many China‑built cars to miss out due to production emissions.