The government has put a ban on the sale of new diesel and petrol cars from 2040.
Diesel cars are set to be banned from 2040, as part of the government’s plans to tackle air pollution. The decision was announced by Environment Secretary Michael Gove in July 2019, with the plan to make all new cars and vans non-polluting. It is estimated that there are currently more than nine million diesel vehicles on Britain’s roads, which is why the government has set a deadline for when they will no longer be sold.
However, there are some exceptions to this rule. Some drivers will still be able to buy new diesel or petrol cars after 2040, such as those who need them for work purposes or disabled drivers who require an adapted vehicle. The ban does not apply to commercial vehicles such as lorries and buses either.
