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Department for Transport

Plug-in Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle Grant

Discount support for eligible new zero-emission wheelchair accessible vehicles.

OpenDepartment for TransportUnited Kingdom

This grant supports the up-front cost of new electric wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAVs). Eligible WAVs can be sold with a discount included in the purchase price.

It is for vehicle dealerships or manufacturers applying through the online portal. The grant applies to new WAVs at first registration, including pre-registration conversions.

The work involves converting an eligible passenger vehi…

In scope: new wheelchair accessible vehicles converted from a passenger vehicle, with zero tailpipe CO2 emissions and the required emissions-free range. Pre-registration conversions are eligible. Out of scope: post-registration conversions. The cost of conversion and delivery fees are not included in the vehicle price test.

CycleiHow often this grant runs β€” e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.One-off
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.6 Apr 2027
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.β€”
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.β€”
Award typeiThe form of funding β€” grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.β€”
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.Β£500K

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Last verified: 27 Aug 2026Funder reference: plug-in-wheelchair-accessible-vehicle-grant-1Source: www.find-government-grants.service.gov.uk