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UK announces nearly £130 million funding for zero-emission vehicle technology

Almost £130 million will back zero-emission vehicle projects and nine automated mobility trials, with industry matching nearly £65 million, officials said.

  • On Monday, the Government announced nearly £130 million to develop zero-emission vehicle technologies and support more than 1,800 manufacturing jobs across Britain.
  • The DRIVE35 programme commits £4 billion of Government support through 2035, representing the largest investment in the car industry since the post-war period.
  • Nearly £65 million of government funding will be matched by industry, while £17 million supports nine Connected and Automated Mobility Pathfinder projects, following £100 million in earlier grants.
  • Companies including Bentley and Turntide Technologies are among beneficiaries across the North East and West Midlands, with Ian Constance, Chief Executive at the Advanced Propulsion Centre, noting the investment strengthens Britain's capability.
  • The connected and automated mobility sector could contribute around £66 billion to the UK economy by 2040, according to SMMT, underscoring long-term growth potential.
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Reuters broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Sunday, August 9, 2026.
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