Rolls-Royce, one of the world’s most famous vehicle companies, has announced that it will begin to phase out all of its fuel-powered cars by 2030.
It comes as Rishi Sunak said that he is delaying the 2030 prohibition on the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles until 2035.
He promised a “better, more proportionate way” to Net Zero that did not penalize low-income households.
Rolls Royce was formed in 1904 and became famous for the serene grace of its powerful V12 engine.
However, after more than a century of engineering at the legendary brand, the company decided to initiate the biggest shake-up in the company’s history.
According to CEO Torsten Müller-tvös, the transition symbolizes the beginning of a cleaner era.
He said: “Today is the most significant day in the history of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars since 4th May 1904.
“Rolls-Royce is to begin the on-road testing program for an extraordinary new product that will elevate the global all-electric car revolution”
“I am proud to announce that Rolls-Royce is to begin the on-road testing program for an extraordinary new product that will elevate the global all-electric car revolution and create the first – and finest – super-luxury product of its type.
“With this new product, we set out our credentials for the full electrification of our entire product portfolio by 2030. “By then, Rolls-Royce will no longer be in the business of producing or selling any internal combustion engine products.”
The Spectre is Rolls-Royce’s first effort into electrification, with the 100% electric two-door limo starting at £330,000.
However, Royce stated that unless a comprehensive charging network is in place, the electric car would not be widely embraced.
Mr Sunak said last week that a “change of direction is required” to keep the public on board with how to achieve carbon neutrality by the middle of this century.
“It should be you, the consumer, who makes that choice, not the Government forcing you to do it,” he stated.
Insisting on his commitment to the headline 2050 deadline, he emphasized that it must be done in a “more proportionate way” that does not harm household finances.
Mr Sunak, who was forced to push back his net zero aim due to a major leak, announced:
- The 2030 deadline to replace boilers with £10,000 heat pumps will be delayed;
- Handouts to make the switch would be increased to £7,500;
- Home insulation diktats would be relaxed
- Proposals for seven household bins, forced carpooling, and taxes on meat and flying would never return.