Businesses ready to make the switch from diesel vans to electric, and who use the A3 regularly, can apply for electric vehicle grants of up to £10,000 to help fund the purchase.
The A3 Electric Vehicle (EV) grants for electric vans offer £5,000 towards the cost of a small new electric van and £10,000 towards a medium or large electric van.
The A3 EV grant is being introduced to help lower air pollution levels on the A3 road by Guildford.
To be eligible for support, applicants must:
- own a roadworthy, business-insured diesel van;
- drive at least 3 single journeys a week or 150 per year on the A3 by Guildford, between Woodbridge Hill A25/A322 junction and A31 to Farnham junction.
If your business meets these criteria you can apply online on the Surrey County Council website before you purchase or lease your new electric vehicle through an accredited dealer.
You can apply for up to 10 grants per business per year.
This is not a scrappage scheme, so London-based small businesses and residents can apply for the London Clean Air Zone scrappage scheme in addition, and you can also benefit from the plugin grant when purchasing the vehicle regardless of where you are based.
The A3 EV grant is part of Electric Towns and Cities initiative (ETCI) – Guildford, aimed at reducing nitrogen dioxide (NO2) emissions level on the stretch of road which runs through the town.
This is an £11 million scheme, which also includes a rapid EV charging network and active travel programme.
ETCI is financed by National Highways and delivered by Surrey County Council in partnership with Guildford Borough Council.
How do I apply for Electric Vehicle Grants?
To check your eligibility, find an accredited dealer and apply online, visit the Surrey County Council website.
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