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Vehicle Type Approval
18 December 2025
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Transport
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The Government intends to legislate to mandate dual GB and EU type approval for vehicles sold in Great Britain and Northern Ireland, ensuring their sale across both markets.
Action Requested
I am publishing a call for evidence on the approval and marking of road vehicles placed on the market in Great Britain. The deadline for submissions is February 12, 2026. I encourage vehicle manufacturers to engage with this process to help resolve the issue of dual marking.
Key Facts
- GB type-approval scheme introduced in 2024.
- Manufacturers have two years to transition all models onto the scheme.
- EU has been the largest export market for UK-produced cars, accounting for 54% or over 300,000 cars exported in 2024.
- The call for evidence will be open until February 12, 2026.
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