Audi is the first automaker in the UK to receive Electric Vehicle Approved (EVA) accreditation across its entire network of centers. Developed by the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), endorsed by the Government’s Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) and independently audited by Energy Saving Trust, the EVA accreditation is a demonstration of EV expertise across automotive retail.
Audi has a clear and unwavering commitment to electric vehicles – from 2026 every new model we launch will be fully electric. It’s therefore essential that our expertise and knowledge are applied across the entire business and visible to all – especially to our customers.
Andrew Doyle, Director Audi UK
Audi’s achievement is the company’s reflection of being at the forefront of EV development.
100% EVA approval in its 113 Centers
Even though having one of the biggest networks of retailers in the UK, Audi is the first to achieve 100% EVA approval across its 113 Centers. This achievement reflects Audi’s electric vehicle commitment and ambition to become a sustainable mobility leading provider.
According to the press release, the EVA scheme encourages dealerships to develop their ability to sell and service EVs and build customer confidence in EV technology.
As part of the EVA accreditation, each Audi Center is audited independently by the Energy Saving Trust to verify that they meet EV sales and aftersales standards.
These include the consumer qualification process, EV demonstration and handover processes, staff knowledge and training, and availability of EV charge points and service bays on site.
Audi reaching 100 percent EVA accreditation across its entire UK network, is an incredible achievement and is another significant milestone for the NFDA’s EVA scheme itself. The financial investment and dedication to achieve this highlights the importance Audi places on the decarbonisation of UK transport and its expertise in the EV retailing sector. We are delighted to now call one of the most recognisable automotive manufacturers 100 percent Electric Vehicle Approved.
Sue Robinson, Chief Executive of the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA)
Audi UK sales
In the first ten months of this year, Audi UK sold 9,781 EVs, with a 12.6% increase year-on-year (YoY). Today’s lineup of all-electric models comprises the e-tron SUV and e-tron Sportback, e-tron GT, RS e-tron GT, Q4 e-tron SUV, and Q4 Sportback e-tron.
Audi Center to welcome Q8 e-tron family
It will also welcome the new Q8 e-tron family into Audi Centers in March next year. Audi’s product portfolio will expand within three years to include about 20 all-electric vehicles.
