Issue 14 - UK electric car choice doubles to 171 models in three years, SMMT says

29 Sept 2026 · 15 stories

Also this week: Chinese car brands' UK market share nearly triples to 15.8%

Electric vehicles dominated this week's fleet news, with the UK's EV model choice doubling to 171 in three years and Chinese brands nearly tripling their market share. Leasing firms reported strong salary sacrifice EV demand, new charging infrastructure opened, and SMMT pressed politicians to strengthen commercial vehicle decarbonisation support.

The issue as it landed on Tuesday morning.

UK electric car choice doubles to 171 models in three years, SMMT says
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