Britain's auto industry has been growing
strongly and the value of British car exports has doubled in the
past 10 years. Lawmakers hope that developing low-emission
technology could help sustain the sector in the decades to come.
The Department for Transport said on Thursday 15 million pounds
would be directed to providing drivers of electric vehicles with
grants, while 8 million would be used to install new
charge-points across the country.
Funding would also be provided to 15 projects aimed at securing
Britain's position in low-emission vehicle innovation, including
the development of new lightweight vehicle chassis and a
low-cost electric bus.
(Reporting by Sarah Young; Editing by David Holmes)
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