Battery health rules introduced as UK Government introduces Euro 7

Labour approves new driving law changes impacting petrol, diesel and electric cars next year

Labour has given the green light to new fuel and vehicle rules that are set to be introduced over the coming years.Following a consultation earlier this year, the Government has decided to proceed with updating the minimum emission standard for new road vehicles in Great Britain to Euro 7.A statutory instrument will be introduced to update the minimum emission standard to Euro 7 for certain vehicles over the coming years.This will include all ne…

Government confirms Euro 7 for new vehicles

The government has confirmed that Great Britain will adopt the Euro 7 emission standard for new road vehicles. The Department for Transport (DfT) set out the decision in an updated response to its consultation on 27 October 2026. For fleet operators, the announcement sets a firm date for new cars and vans. It also brings…

Government confirms Euro 7 deadlines for all new cars used by taxi and private hire fleets

The Government has confirmed plans to introduce Euro 7 emissions standards for new cars registered in Great Britain from 29 November 2027.The Department for Transport announced the decision yesterday following a consultation on updating vehicle emissions requirements.The new standards will apply to mass-produced cars and vans, including models purchased for taxi and private hire use. Euro 7 introduces requirements covering exhaust emissions, bra…

Government confirms Euro 7 EV battery health rules for 2027

New Euro 7 battery durability and health monitoring rules are expected to give used EV dealers and buyers more consistent information from November 2027.

Battery health rules introduced as UK Government introduces Euro 7

The UK Government has decided to proceed with new road vehicles in Great Britain meeting Euro 7 standards, impacting battery health requirements for EVs. The post Battery health rules introduced as UK Government introduces Euro 7 appeared first on Transport + Energy.