In preparation for the upcoming ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles by 2030, Walsall Council has confirmed that it will be adopting new measures to support the arrival of more electric vehicles on the roads.
The plan will follow details laid out in the Black Country Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle Strategy, which will lead to the introduction of residential charge points, a revised Walsall air quality action plan and the promotion of the use of ultra-low emission vehicles.
The aim is to target is to reduce emissions of CO2 per capita by 44% between 2005 and 2033 across the Black Country.
Part of the plan also includes “exploring the development of Low Emission Neighbourhoods and Green Travel Districts” and encouraging more Car Clubs, including those for electric vehicles.
Walsall Council will also be looking at possible incentives to encourage people to buy electric vehicles. Ideas include free/priority parking and charging points.
Though the sale of new petrol and diesel cars will be banned by 2030, people will still be able to purchase second-hand cars after this period.
Currently, the cheapest brand-new electric car retails at over £20,000.