Plug-in Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle Grant
The Plug-in Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) grant offers up to £2,500 towards the purchase of an eligible electric WAV with a price cap of £50,000, available to vehicle dealerships or manufacturers.
Key facts
- Funding amount
- Up to £2,500
- Deadline
- 5 Apr 2027
- Region
- UK-wide
- Business type
- Small businesses & SMEs
Plain English summary
This grant provides up to £2,500 for vehicle dealerships and manufacturers to help with the cost of new electric Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles (WAVs). The scheme aims to make it easier for disabled passengers to access suitable transportation by supporting the purchase of eligible zero-emission WAVs. The maximum vehicle price to qualify for the grant is £50,000.
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Who this is best for
- Small businesses & SMEs
- Organisations based in UK-wide
- Projects aligned with energy & sustainability
- Teams seeking funding around Up to £2,500
Who should not apply
- Individuals applying in a personal capacity (unless explicitly permitted)
- Large enterprises above SME thresholds
- Applicants who cannot meet the official eligibility criteria below
Eligibility checklist
Tick what applies to your organisation before applying.
- Vehicle dealerships or manufacturers can apply for this grant.
- Eligible vehicles must be converted from a passenger vehicle, have zero tailpipe CO2 emissions, a range of at least 112km (70 miles), and cost less than £50,000 RRP (excluding conversion costs).
- End customers are limited to 20 orders per financial year.
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