Government widens discount scheme to encourage people to switch to electric cars

• The government has expanded its electric car grant scheme, making 22 vehicles eligible for a discount.
• The grant offers up to a 1,500 reduction on eligible models, including new additions from Volkswagen, Peugeot, and Cupra.
• This expansion is part of a 650 million government investment aimed at encouraging a shift from petrol and diesel cars to reduce carbon emissions.
• Recent data shows a significant increase in electric car registrations, with 120,000 zero-emission vehicles registered between January and March this year, a 43 per cent rise from the previous year.
• While the government also invests in charging infrastructure, the initiative faces criticism regarding the environmental impact of precious metals mined for electric car batteries.

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The electric cars you can get a discount for as government extends grant scheme