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As the private sector pushes back against the UK government's zero-emission vehicle mandate, industry experts note that the push against EV sales narratives could severely impact economic prospects. The government’s mandate, which requires a modest 20% of automotive sales to be electric or low-emission vehicles, has been met with significant resistance from legacy automakers. Critics argue that adhering to this mandate would jeopardize the automotive industry, despite data indicating that manufacturers can more easily meet such targets.