2 months before ULEZ expansion, 30% of Londoners still drive non-compliant vehicles 

A recent survey of London motorists commissioned by Europcar Mobility Group UK will bring some cheer to the London Mayor. With less than two months until the Ultra-Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ) expansion comes into force, 61 per cent of motorists said they drive compliant vehicles.

Of the remaining motorists, 14 per cent intend to replace their non-compliant vehicle this year and 7 per cent will do so in the future. While 9 per cent believe their vehicle is non-compliant, they stated that they cannot afford to buy a more environmentally-friendly replacement currently. Three per cent intend to give up their vehicle entirely.

“With the on-going cost-of-living crisis, inflation rising month on month and the lack of quality new and used vehicles available in the market, now is a challenging time to make the investment in a compliant vehicle”, said Mark Newberry, Sustainability spokesperson at Europcar Mobility Group UK.

“It’s good news, therefore, that the Mayor of London has announced an extension to the ULEZ scrappage scheme to help drivers and smaller businesses registered in London. Drivers need as much help as possible if they are to upgrade to compliant vehicles and help reduce air pollution in London.”

The other option is to rent a vehicle, just for the journeys that encompass the new ULEZ. Europcar is working with many organisations, supporting their sustainability journeys. Operating one of the youngest rental fleets in the market which features the latest automotive technology and is regularly serviced and maintained, Europcar enables motorists and businesses to access a wide range of vehicles that are less polluting and more efficient than many vehicles on UK roads.