The Department for Transport has made £2 million funding available for the acquisition of ecargo bikes, to support green last mile deliveries. This funding is available to limited companies, sole traders, partnerships, charities and not-for-profit organisations. Public, community or third sector organisations are also eligible providing they meet the eligibility criteria.
eCargo Bike Grant funding covers up to 20% of the total cost of an ecargo bike, up to a maximum of £1,000 per bike. To be eligible for funding, an ecargo bike must have minimum 125 litre cargo volume capacity and minimum 130 kg weight capacity (combined rider and cargo weight).
The following models are available from Leftfield Bikes:
Centaur Cargo Bike
Centaur Trike XL
Chike e-Cargo
Yuba Supercargo Bosch
Yuba Spicy Curry Bosch
Kona Electric-Ute
Babboe Big-E
We recommend reviewing the eligibility criteria and Code of Practice before submitting your application.
The eCargo Bike Grant Fund Information Pack answers essential FAQs.
To apply for the eCargo Bike Grant Fund:
1, Choose from the approved eCargo bikes on this page and we will send you our official quote via email.
2, Register your application on EST’s website here, along with our quote.