Government proposes launch of green number plates for zero emission cars

[Mike Ruff, GW editor]

The government has announced the launch of a consultation on introducing green number plates for zero emission cars. Potential plate designs include a
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[Rob]

What about emissions from brake dust, tyres and the manufacturing emissions for the entire vehicle; including batteries (lithium mining), motors, advanced electronics and excessive amounts of plastics? Is calling these vehicles ‘zero emission’ really correct? Is this really a ‘zero emission revolution’, or just lip service?

[Dougal]

Very exciting idea, let’s just ignore the fact that we have neither sufficient electricity nor sufficient means to deliver it to the vehicles.

[Author]

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