Transport for London (TfL) is pursuing legal action that could cost car manufacturers up to £1 billion over alleged failures in compliance with the Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez). TfL argues that certain diesel vehicles were able to enter London’s clean-air zone without paying the required charges, because the manufacturers allegedly misled authorities about the emissions performance of their cars.
In court, TfL’s claims include allegations of fraud and negligence linked to diesel emissions levels. Multiple companies are named as defendants, including Stellantis, Jaguar Land Rover, BMW and Nissan, according to reports from hearings described by different outlets.
The legal case centres on whether the vehicles should have been classified as meeting the emissions standards required to avoid Ulez charges. The matter is being considered in the High Court, where TfL is effectively seeking financial compensation that reflects the scale of the alleged non-compliance. The reports summarise TfL’s allegations; the specific outcomes of the claims are not described in the provided excerpts.
