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The Government has today (27 October) confirmed plans to introduce Euro 7 as the minimum emissions standard for new road vehicles in Great Britain, following a consultation earlier this year.
Under the proposals, Euro 7 will apply to new cars and vans registered by mainstream manufacturers from 29 November 2027, with a later implementation date of 1 July 2030 for small-volume manufacturers. A further consultation will address the requirements for heavy-duty vehicles once the relevant EU legislation and implementation dates are confirmed.
Alongside updated emissions requirements, Euro 7 introduces standards for electric vehicle battery durability, intended to provide greater consistency and transparency around battery performance. The BVRLA has welcomed these measures, highlighting their potential to strengthen confidence in the used EV market.
Responding to the announcement, BVRLA Chief Executive Toby Poston said:
“We welcome today’s Euro 7 battery health standards. They’re an important step in building trust in electric vehicles, aligning the rules with the global GTR 22 framework is the right approach. It means one consistent benchmark for battery durability across manufacturers, and across different makes and models, so buyers, dealers and leasing companies can finally compare like with like.
“Just as importantly, battery health data should become much easier to access, whether that’s on the dashboard or through the OBD port. That transparency is exactly what the used market needs. The used market has long been a focus for the BVRLA, because that’s where most drivers will make the switch to electric. Our EV Retail Ready programme is designed to support used dealers; standards like these strengthen the market further.
“The message to consumers is simple. Used battery electric vehicles are a smart, affordable choice, and people should buy them with confidence.”
Members can read the Government's consultation response and further details of the Euro 7 requirements.
