- £40 million funding available for UK businesses developing zero-emission automotive technologies, with APC grants ranging from £2.5 million to £20 million.
- Open to businesses of all sizes working on late-stage research, aiming to reduce carbon emissions and support net zero.
- Application deadline: 14 March 2025, with a Q&A event scheduled for 15 January 2025 for interested businesses.
Apply for £40 million in grants for UK automotive zero-emission technology projects via APC
UK businesses involved in automotive technology research and development now have a chance to secure a share of £40 million in government funding. The funding is for businesses working on zero-emission technologies for cars, trucks, and other vehicles. It is part of a new competition organised by the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK (APC), in partnership with Innovate UK and the Department for Business and Trade.

This funding is open to businesses of all sizes. To qualify, projects must focus on late-stage research and development. They should aim to reduce carbon emissions, use digital tools, and help the UK reach net-zero goals. Projects should also create or safeguard jobs in the UK.
Eligible projects can receive up to 50% of their costs, with grants ranging from £2.5 million to £20 million. The competition is especially looking for innovations in areas like energy storage, electric machines, hydrogen storage, and fuel cells.
The competition opens on 14 January 2025, with applications due by 14 March 2025. Interested businesses can find more details and attend a Q&A event on 15 January 2025. This funding offers an exciting opportunity to advance the UK’s zero-emission vehicle industry.