A new study commissioned by the German Hydrogen Association finds that electrifying all long-haul trucks would require 8GW of midday charging power - far exceeding planned infrastructure capacity. It argues hydrogen could ease grid pressure.
The governing body has ratified safety rules for liquid hydrogen in motorsport, developed with aerospace and automotive partners. Toyota, Alpine and BMW are among manufacturers exploring the technology for endurance racing.
Nearly half a million electric cars were registered in the UK in 2025, but the SMMT says manufacturers spent over £5bn on discounts to hit ZEV mandate targets. With the EU softening its own rules, the trade body is calling for an early review.
Government adds £18m to the Plug-in Truck Grant, increasing electric HGV discounts to £120,000. Funding runs until March 2026 alongside a new consultation on phasing out diesel lorry sales by 2040. The market sits at 1% EV uptake.
