How to apply for vehicle eligibility for the Electric Car Grant (updated)

Published 15 July 2025

Last updated 29 August 2025 — See all updates

How to apply for vehicle eligibility for the Electric Car Grant

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Electric Car Grant for car buyers

This guidance is for car manufacturers.

If you are interested in buying a car, see a list of cars eligible for the Electric Car Grant.

Guidance for car manufacturers on how to apply for their vehicles to be eligible for the Electric Car Grant.

The guidance explains:

• how the scheme works
• vehicle eligibility
• the application process

The Electric Car Grant was announced in July 2025. The grant gives buyers of eligible electric cars a reduction in the purchase price of the vehicle. The grant is only available for vehicles that have been approved as eligible.