The Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA) has warned the Government that its car-dominated electric vehicle strategy risks making the transition to net zero more expensive and less effective, after submitting evidence to the Transport Select Committee’s inquiry into Supercharging the EV Transition.
MCIA argues that while billions in public funding continue to support electric cars, targeted support for low and zero emission motorcycles and mopeds has been withdrawn – despite L-Category vehicles offering one of the fastest and most affordable routes to cutting emissions, congestion and pressure on road space.
The Association says a realistic transition must focus on real-world emissions reduction, not tailpipe measures alone. Efficient ICE motorcycles and mopeds account for a tiny share of total transport emissions (o.46%) while delivering lower C02 output and significant space and congestion benefits. They will remain essential to affordable mobility during the transition, particularly for lower-income users, rural communities and last mile delivery.
Commenting, MCIA CEO, Tony Campbell, said:
“We are overlooking one of the quickest wins in the journey to net zero. Motorcycles, mopeds and microcars reduce emissions, congestion and cost right now – yet policy continues to treat them as an afterthought.
A car-only strategy is not a net zero strategy. Supporting low and zero emission L-Category vehicles
alongside efficient ICE models will deliver faster and fairer results for consumers and the environment.”
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