Plug-in Taxi Grant (PiTG)
UK Government · United Kingdom
This grant provides a discount on the upfront cost of new zero-emission capable taxis to support adoption of ultra-low emission vehicles.
Overview
This grant provides a discount on the upfront cost of new zero-emission capable taxis to support adoption of ultra-low emission vehicles.
Grant details
Application Components: Manufacturers apply for vehicle approval; dealerships submit claims for eligible vehicles
Application Platform: Manufacturer and dealership online portal
Decision Process: Vehicle approval assessed by VCA and OZEV; decision typically within 2 months
Funding Structure: Up to £4,000 (Category 1) or £3,000 (Category 2) depending on emissions and zero-emission range
important notes: Grant is applied as a discount at purchase; customers do not apply directly; only new purpose-built taxis are eligible; vehicles must meet emissions and range thresholds
Ineligible Costs: Second-hand taxis; vehicle conversions after registration
Key Organisational Requirements: Vehicle must be a purpose-built taxi; must meet emissions and zero-emission range requirements; must be approved under the scheme
Objectives: To support uptake of ultra-low emission taxis and bridge the cost gap with traditional vehicles
Quick facts
- Status
- Closed
- Closing date
- 5 Apr 2026
- Funding amount
- Amount not specified
- Funding type
- Capital Grant
- Audience
- Business
- Industry
- Transport & Logistics