May 20th 2024.
By the end of 2025, our goal is to have all of our vehicles at Uber fully electric. To help achieve this commitment, we are offering a generous £5,000 grant to Uber drivers in London who make the switch to electric vehicles. This initiative was recently announced, with the intention of reaching our goal of having all Uber vehicles in the capital fully electric by the end of 2025.
Our drivers have the option to receive the grant as a lump sum towards purchasing an EV, or they can use it for weekly payments towards rental or rent-to-buy agreements. In addition, we have secured discounts of £12,000 to £17,000 on selected EVs for our drivers. Currently, around a quarter of miles driven for Uber journeys in London are done in electric cars. With over 100,000 Uber vehicles in the UK, and half of those in London, we believe it is crucial to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles.
Our UK general manager, Andrew Brem, stated, "Now is the time to speed up on electrification, not slow down." We are committed to doing our part in reaching net-zero emissions in London, but we also recognize the importance of collaboration and investment from policymakers and the industry as a whole. Our drivers can be the driving force in accelerating the electrification of the transport sector, but we must work together to combat air pollution and create a more sustainable future.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan shares our vision and has made it his mission to make London a net-zero city by 2030. He has welcomed our initiative, recognizing that the electrification of buses and cars is crucial in achieving this goal. He stated, "Schemes like this are helping us to build a fairer, greener London for everyone." We are committed to playing our part in creating a more sustainable city for all.
In recent news, one of London's streets has been named one of the most beautiful in the world, adding to the capital's allure. However, there have also been some concerning developments, such as the controversial Ultra-low Emission Zone. This measure, which charges the most polluting vehicles £12.50, has faced criticism since last year's Uxbridge by-election. Despite this, we stand by our commitment to keep the Ulez as the largest clean air zone in the world and not extend its scope. We have also ruled out implementing a pay-per-mile scheme or tightening the rules.
As we work towards a more sustainable future, we are determined to reach our net-zero target by 2030 and continue to decarbonize our buses. We believe that by working together and taking meaningful action, we can create a cleaner and healthier city for all. Stay updated on the latest news from London by visiting our news hub at The Agency.
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