FAQs on the petrol/diesel ban
Will petrol and diesel cars be illegal in 2030?
No, petrol and diesel cars won’t be illegal in 2030—but you won’t be able to buy a brand-new one.
From 2030, new petrol and diesel car sales will end, and by 2035, all new cars and vans must be 100% zero-emission. The Government is still determining the rules for hybrids.
However, there are no plans to ban the use or sale of second-hand petrol and diesel cars, so they’ll still be on the roads for years to come.
Can I still drive my diesel or petrol car after 2030 in the UK?
Yes, you can still drive your petrol or diesel car after 2030.
The ban only applies to the sale of new petrol and diesel cars—there are no plans to take existing vehicles off the road.
So, if you already own one or buy a used model, you’ll still be able to drive it legally.
How long will petrol and diesel be available in the UK?
Petrol and diesel will still be available after 2030.
But as more drivers switch to electric, fuel stations may become less common.
While major suppliers are likely to keep selling fuel for years to come, the demand will gradually decline.
Some stations may close or repurpose for EV charging.
Are they banning diesel and petrol cars?
Yes, the Government has confirmed a ban on new petrol and diesel car sales from 2030.
The future of hybrids is still being decided, but by 2035, all new cars and vans must be fully electric, marking the UK’s shift to a zero-emission future.
What is the 2030 ban on petrol and diesel cars?
The 2030 ban on petrol and diesel cars is a UK Government policy that will prohibit the sale of new petrol and diesel cars and vans from 2030.
This is part of the country’s plan to reduce emissions and transition to a fully electric future.
Hybrid vehicles may still be sold beyond 2030, but the Government is still determining which types will be allowed.
By 2035, all new cars and vans must be 100% zero-emission, bringing the UK in line with other European phase-out plans.
However, the ban does not mean petrol and diesel cars will be taken off the road. If you already own one—or buy a used model—you’ll still be able to drive it legally.
Fuel will remain available, but as more people switch to electric, petrol stations may become less common over time.