Diesel scrappage scheme proposed: what you need to know
Green Cars News
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
London mayor Sadiq Khan has put forward a proposal for a diesel scrappage scheme, which could be rolled out nationally if the plan is given the go ahe.
Car prices to fall as scrappage ends?
Green Cars News
MARCH 25, 2010
According to the firm, some car manufacturers will reduce their prices in a effort to increase sales and counteract a fall in registrations as the Scrappage Scheme ends this month. Particularly, prices for new cars maybe realigned to suit business [.].
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RAC calls for scrappage scheme for dirty old diesel cars
Green Cars News
JUNE 10, 2014
Ministers should consider a new scrappage scheme in the UK designed to take the oldest and most polluting diesel cars off the road, the RAC Foundation has said. While the latest generation diesel engines meet the new stringent Euro 6 emission standards, older diesels emit much higher levels of par[.].
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67 £23m van scrappage scheme announced ahead of Ultra Low Emission Zone introduction
Green Cars News
DECEMBER 18, 2018
Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, has announced a £23m scrappage scheme for the city’s most polluting vans ahead of the introduction of the permanent Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) on 8 April 2019.
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Diesel scrappage scheme proposed: what you need to know
Green Cars News
FEBRUARY 15, 2017
London mayor Sadiq Khan has put forward a proposal for a diesel scrappage scheme, which could be rolled out nationally if the plan is given the go ahe
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Scrappage scheme prompts sales boost
Green Cars News
OCTOBER 6, 2009
Much of the rise has been attributed to the ongoing success of the vehicle scrappage scheme, with the Government-led concept accounting for 21 per cent of sales during the month with 77,316 units registered under the scheme. We look at the scrappage scheme extension, as well as its pros and cons, in depth in our latest Green Piece Column.
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More success for UK vehicle scrappage scheme
Green Cars News
AUGUST 6, 2009
There was more joy for car manufacturers in July thanks to the UK’s car scrappage scheme. This fraction of the 157,149 new car registrations total for the month gave the industry a much needed boost. per cent of the total scrappage registrations and 3.6 per cent of overall van registrations in July.
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Scrappage scheme deemed a success
Green Cars News
MAY 30, 2009
Though it has faced a barrage of criticism since its inception earlier this month, it would appear that the Government’s scrappage scheme has proved popular with consumers. This means that roughly one in every five new cars ordered in this period makes the most of the scrappage scheme.
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Scrappage scheme faces more criticism
Green Cars News
APRIL 29, 2009
How much will the UK’s vehicle scrappage scheme help car buyers? The scheme, which sees motorists buying a new car rewarded with a £2,000 subsidy if they trade in a vehicle over 10 years old that they have owned for at least 12 months is made up of £1,000 from the Government and an equal amount from the manufacturer.
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Scrappage scheme slashes CO2 levels
Green Cars News
OCTOBER 13, 2009
The scrappage scheme has put the car industry on track to meet the EU target of 130g/km of CO2 by 2012. That’s the verdict of Clean Green Cars , which launched an investigation that found that average new car CO2 fell by 5.5
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36 Drivers can go green with scrappage scheme
Green Cars News
MAY 18, 2009
The environmental benefits of the scrappage scheme is certainly open for debate - but drivers that pick up the ultra-green new SEAT Ibiza SC Ecomotive will certainly be doing their bit for the cause. The vehicle is powered by a 1.4litre TDI three-cylinder engine and has a diesel particulate filter as standard.
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More international criticism for scrappage schemes
Green Cars News
MAY 23, 2009
Yesterday we told you how the scrappage scheme proposals in the USA are coming under fire and today it is the turn of Spain’s scheme to face criticism. The Ecologistas en Accion , one of the country’s most important green groups, is claiming that the scrappage scheme is bad business.
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36 Spain extends scrappage scheme
Green Cars News
JANUARY 5, 2010
Spain has decided to extend its version of the scrappage scheme, to continue support for car industry. Spanish industry minister, Miguel Sebastian announced an extension of the Plan 200E scheme earlier this week, according to Costa News.
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Manufacturers sign up for scrappage scheme
Green Cars News
MAY 14, 2009
We’re just days away from the full implementation of the vehicle scrappage scheme and several providers have announced their participation in the Government backed project. Volkswagen has also announced its scrappage scheme offers. The scrappage scheme comes into effect on May 18.
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Citroen confirms scrappage scheme
Green Cars News
APRIL 22, 2009
It didn’t take long for vehicle manufacturers to jump on the scrappage bandwagon in a bid to strike while the iron is hot. However, the French manufacturer was not just confirming its participation in the Government-led plans - instead it was issuing a reminder about a scrappage scheme of its own.
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Suzuki calls for scrappage scheme in Australia
Green Cars News
JUNE 11, 2009
Having been boosted by scrappage scheme sales in Europe, Japanese manufacturer Suzuki wants to see a similar scheme implemented in Australia. The European standard of 130g/km of CO2 has been outlined as the standard bearer for green cars.
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Facts about the scrappage scheme
Green Cars News
APRIL 22, 2009
As we continue our Budget 2009 coverage here at TheGreenCarWebsite.co.uk, we thought we’d break down the scrappage scheme into bite-size pieces showing you exactly how it works and who will qualify. Car manufacturers are NOT obliged to participate - their involvement is voluntary. -
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Scrappage scheme for electric scooters launches
Green Cars News
FEBRUARY 3, 2011
Electric scooter firm e-motive is to launch its own version of the Government’s highly successful scrappage scheme for cars-but for motorbikes and scooters instead.
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51 Cautious welcome for scrappage extension
Green Cars News
SEPTEMBER 28, 2009
Since the announcement that the car scrappage scheme in the UK will be extended (see article ) a host of important industry names have been having their say on the plans, with a cautious but generally positive welcome for the proposals. we want to know what you think of the decision to extend the scrappage scheme.
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Has the scrappage scheme been exposed? The Green Piece
Green Cars News
FEBRUARY 8, 2011
The Green Piece Column. It’s been nearly a year since the scrappage scheme (known as ‘cash for clunkers’ in the USA) ended its run in the UK. Tuesday 8 February 2011. At the time we were told that it had been a resounding success (see article) by not only boosting the automotive industry but also [.].
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53 Scrappage scheme: Success or failure? The Green Piece
Green Cars News
MAY 17, 2010
According to figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) most of the 400,000 vehicles ordered through the scrappage scheme have now been registered meaning the motor industry has nearly received its final boost from the concept. Tags: The Green Piece green piece scrappage scrappage scheme.
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Hyundai ahead of the pack in scrappage scheme
Green Cars News
JULY 21, 2009
So which company has reaped the benefits of the vehicle scrappage scheme the most here in the UK? Look no further than Korean car manufacturer Hyundai. The most popular cars to be traded in for the new Hyundai under the scheme are the Ford Fiesta (1,406) and the Nissan Micra (1,076).
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36 Industry experts have their say on scrappage plans
Green Cars News
APRIL 22, 2009
Alistair Darling’s 2009 Budget, which announced the introduction of a £2,000 scrappage incentive scheme in the UK, has been met with mixed reviews from industry experts. According to Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMIF) chairman Paul Williams, the announcement could offer a significant boost to new car sales.
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Ford to sweeten scrappage deal – but is it green?
Green Cars News
APRIL 23, 2009
Unsurprisingly there is still frenzied interest in the announcement of a vehicle scrappage scheme by Alistair Darling as part of his 2009 Budget. The so-called Scrappage Plus discounts will be available over and above the Government and industry’s shared £2,000 subsidy. Sound good? Well, there is a catch.
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Proposed scrappage scheme meets criticism
Green Cars News
MAY 21, 2009
The scrappage scheme is only a few days old here in the UK and it has already come under fire. An article in the New York Times criticised the so-called “cash for clunkers&# legislation that would give people vouchers worth as much as $4,500 to replace old cars with new ones. Leave a comment with your thoughts.
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Car Scrappage Scheme resulted in 12.2% of new car registrations in March
Green Cars News
MAY 31, 2010
The car scrappage scheme was responsible for 372, 401 new cars being registered in March 2010, which accounted for 12.2 per cent of all new car registrations, according to figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders based in the UK.
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39 How the Budget affects green car drivers
Green Cars News
APRIL 22, 2009
According to his plans, vehicles that are aged over 10 years old and have been driven by motorists for more than 12 months will be worth £2,000 when traded in for a new car as part of the Government’s new scrappage scheme which takes much of its inspiration from a highly successful format in Germany.
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Extended Scrappage Scheme goes live
Green Cars News
OCTOBER 22, 2009
The extension for the Scrappage Scheme goes live today, after the funds for the original scheme ran out. From today, the new terms of the Government’s scrappage scheme come into force meaning that even more vehicles will be eligible under the scheme. The automotive sector is a cornerstone of British manufacturing.
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36 Government Scrappage Scheme reaches halfway mark
Green Cars News
AUGUST 10, 2009
The Government’s scrappage scheme has reached halfway surpassing 150,000 orders since its launch back in May. A total of 154,927 cars and vans have been registered to car buyers through the scheme, which gives buyers a £2,000 discount on a new car when an old car is traded in for scrap.
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Will the scrappage extension do any good? The Green Piece
Green Cars News
OCTOBER 6, 2009
The Green Piece: Tuesday 6 October, 2009. The UK’s car scrappage scheme may have been dubbed a resounding success by the majority of car manufacturers and consumers alike, but it hasn’t won plaudits from all corners. per cent year-on-year in August after four consecutive months of scrappage-led improvements.
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Scrappage scheme boosts August car sales
Green Cars News
SEPTEMBER 4, 2009
The car scrappage scheme continues to boost car registrations as sales rose 6.0 Registrations from private buyers and of small cars were again up strongly in August as the scrappage incentive scheme continues to influence the market. per cent of annual new car registrations. per cent and 16.9
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32 Scrappage Scheme extended by a month
Green Cars News
FEBRUARY 4, 2010
The UK Scrappage Scheme has been extended until the end of March, giving motorists an extra month to take advantage of a £2,000 discount off a new car. The move means that new registration plate cars can be purchased through the scheme as the new ‘60’ plate becomes available from March 1. The scheme has [.].
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2009: A year in review for green cars. The Green Piece
Green Cars News
DECEMBER 29, 2009
From the continued dominance of Japanese manufacturers to the vehicle scrappage scheme; with everything from bankruptcy to exciting new concepts in between – it’s been an enthralling year for green cars and here we look back at the key developments… 2009: A YEAR IN REVIEW FOR GREEN CARS.
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Scrappage scheme scrap ends
Green Cars News
MAY 19, 2009
Carmakers are back on board the scrappage scheme following yesterday’s fiasco which saw the like of Ford and Honda suspend their participation in the scheme while issues over VAT payments were cleared up. Tags: Ford Green credentials Honda incentive scrappage scheme suspend.
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36 Scrappage scheme set to be extended
Green Cars News
SEPTEMBER 28, 2009
The popular car scrappage scheme is set to be extended the BBC reports. Concerns have been raised that car sales could fall dramatically and motor manufacturing jobs lost without continued support. The scrappage incentive gives a £2,000 discount to buyers of new cars whoagree to scrap their 10 years or more old car in return.
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36 Scrappage scheme could be popular than expected
Green Cars News
APRIL 27, 2009
The scrappage scheme announced as part of the Budget last week, could be more popular than the government expects according to the Insistute of Fiscal Studies (IFS). Tags: Green cars Budget IFS scheme scrappage. The measure should cause some households to bring forward a vehicle replacement.
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32 Cash for clunkers repeat? Report says: NO
Green Cars News
NOVEMBER 6, 2013
At the height of the recession in 2008-2009, the Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS), also known as the "cash for clunkers" program (a similar concept was launched in the UK known as the scrappage scheme) was introduced in the USA to drive new sales and reduce carbon dioxide emissions. However, a new[.].
Scrappage Scheme cuts CO2 emissions
Green Cars News
OCTOBER 20, 2009
The Scrappage Scheme is having a positive impact in reducing average CO2, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) says. According to the latest figures released by SMMT, over 70 per cent of all new registrations under the scheme are smaller, more fuel efficient models. per cent below the average CO2 of the scrapped car.
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Electric quadricycles not eligible for scrappage scheme
Green Cars News
MAY 15, 2009
The government’s new car scrappage scheme, which launches on Monday, 18 May, discriminates against some groups of motorists, and works against the government’s own plans to encourage the use of electric vehicles, says ultra-light vehicle manufacturer and importer Aixam Mega. Tags: Aixam Mega electric ev scrappage.
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Drivers urged to take advantage of the car scrappage scheme if they can
Green Cars News
APRIL 14, 2010
Motorists who have an old car could benefit from the Government’s car scrappage scheme, if they have the money to spare. To qualify for the proposal, which gives the car owner €1,500 off the Vehicle Registration Tax (VRT) share of a new price car, they must have a vehicle that is aged 10 years or [.].
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Scrappage Scheme bites in the UK
Green Cars News
JULY 6, 2009
The much derided scrappage scheme in the UK has started to benefit new car registrations for June 09. Overall new car sales fell by 15.7% Overall new car sales fell by 15.7% Average new car CO2 emissions fell to 152.3g/km
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32 Car depreciation set to burst scrappage scheme bubble
Green Cars News
MAY 15, 2009
Car buyers, set to take advantage of the UK’s £2,000 scrappage incentive, to be launched on Monday, could find that the benefit of the scheme wiped out in depreciation within just 88 days of purchasing a new vehicle. million motorists tempted to cash in on the scheme, these consumers are set to lose a total of £12.5
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36 Green car becomes top selling model of 2009
Green Cars News
JANUARY 7, 2010
The last year was not the easiest for the car industry, figures out today show that car sales were down 6.4 per cent to for the year compared to 2008, selling just under two million cars in the UK. The situation could have been made worse if it weren’t for the support of the scrappage scheme, [.].
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36 Scrappage scheme sees end to Jags, Mercs and even a Morris Minor
Green Cars News
MAY 21, 2009
The Government’s car scrappage scheme has got off to a flying start as the end of its first week draws to a close. According to Hyundai, their dealers have been surprised by the array of cars which have been scrapped in exchange for more environmentally friendly i10 and i120s.
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