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Ultra-low emission vehicle

Also called ULEV

An ultra-low emission vehicle, or ULEV, is a UK classification currently used for vehicles reported to emit less than 75 g/km of tailpipe CO2.

The category can include several powertrain types rather than one specific vehicle technology. Battery electric and fuel cell vehicles meet the tailpipe CO2 threshold, while some plug-in hybrids and other low-emission vehicles can also qualify.

ULEV is a policy and statistics term rather than a synonym for EV. Where a grant, tax or regulatory rule uses the term, use the definition and eligibility criteria published for that particular scheme.

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