SAVE UP TO £3,750 ON A NEW EV
How the government Grant Slashes the Cost of Going Electric
The UK Government has relaunched the Electric Car Grant, offering up to £3,750 off the price of new electric cars costing £37,000 or less.
From 16 July 2025, manufacturers can apply for eligible models, passing the discount directly to drivers at the point of sale. Funding is set to run through the 2028–29 financial year, this comes as more than 380,000 zero emission cars were registered last year, delivering the Government’s Plan for Change to kickstart economic growth and put more money in working people’s pockets.
who can claim
The grant is available to anyone purchasing a qualifying new electric car, including self-employed electricians, contractors, small businesses, and everyday drivers.
The Electric Car Grant is split into two tiers based on how environmentally friendly the vehicle is:
- Band 1: £3750 discount available for electric vehicles with low carbon emissions and strong sustainability standards.
- Band 2: £1500 discount available for electrical vehicles that don’t meet band one requirements.
Which EVs qualify?
Only models approved under strict environmental and pricing criteria are eligible. This ensures high sustainability standards are met.
- Dacia Spring: One of the UK’s most affordable EVs
- Citroën e-C3: Compact, practical, and ideal for urban driving
- Kia EV3: Packed with features at a competitive price
- Mini Cooper Electric: A stylish city EV with eco upgrades
- Renault 5: A modern reboot of a classic, designed with sustainability in mind
- Expect 50+ models to qualify over time
This means only EVs that are affordable, efficient, and environmentally responsible make the cut. The Government’s goal is to encourage the uptake of cleaner vehicles that are also accessible to a wider range of drivers.
How to claim
Car manufacturers apply to have their models approved for the grant by meeting government criteria around pricing and sustainability. Once approved, dealerships apply the discount directly at the point of sale, meaning the price you see already includes the grant where applicable.
- Choose an eligible EV
- Purchase or lease through a dealer
- Get the discount applied at point of sale
A growing number of dealerships are already signed up to the scheme, and more are expected to join as the initiative continues to roll out.
Explore EV Charging solutions from bew
As the demand for electric vehicle charging infrastructure continues to grow, BEW provides a comprehensive range of EV charging solutions for domestic, commercial, and public sector projects from brands such as:
- Ohme
- Evec
- Sync Energy
- Rolec
- Myenergi
- Schneider Electric
- Verve Connect
- Deta.e
- Project EV
What this means for installers
With lower EV prices and rising demand, this grant is set to boost charger installation opportunities. More EVs on the road means more customers needing home and workplace charging and more business for skilled contractors.
This is a huge growth moment. At BEW, we’re ready to support EV installers with stock, tools, training, and expertise to meet the growing demand.
