London Seeks to Ban New Petrol and Diesel Private Hire Vehicles from 2030 Under New Plans
More than 70 percent of private hire vehicles are already zero emission capable
TL;DR
- All newly licensed private hire vehicles in London must be zero emission from July 2028.
- Wheelchair accessible private hire vehicles must be zero emission from July 2030.
- Proposals aim to improve air quality and reduce carbon emissions.
- Expected emission reduction of 97% over 18 years compared to current restrictions.
- Consultation includes ending approval for new alternative fuel conversion systems.
- Limits on re-licensing expired vehicles and restricts vehicles older than 10 years.
- Over 70% of private hire vehicles are already zero emission capable.