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UK Politicos Want Ban Imposed On Petrol & Diesel Cars By 2040
Liberal Democrats, a UK political party which is a part of the ruling coalition government, has come out with a controversial proposal which will certainly not sit well with hardcore automobile enthusiasts. The proposal is to completely ban petrol and diesel passenger vehicles from UK roads by 2040.
At the same time, this plan may seem like a necessary step towards a greener future and eventual independence from fossil fuels. Only fuel efficient hybrid and electric vehicles would be allowed to ply, as per the proposal. However, petrol and diesel freight vehicles would still be allowed to operate.
Naturally, a radical proposal such as this is bound to attract criticism. Several of those opposing the proposal have raised an issue saying it would be improper to implement it without first setting up a guideline to help achieve the goal.
For instance, the proposal, published in a paper submitted by the political party, titled Green Growth And Green Jobs -Transition To A Zero Carbon Britain, makes no mention about the development of electric and hybrid car charging stations or other infrastructure. Neither does it make any point about those owning classic cars.
In any case, the proposal will be "will be voted on by party members at an upcoming conference and could end up as official party policy if approved," reports The Telegraph.
In addition, the party also talks about the introduction of a different sort of road tax, to replace the existing toll based payment. The idea is to collect road tax depending on the distance travelled, the time of travel (whether a car was driven during peak or non-peak hours), type of road used and the car's emission rating.