Local Transport Plan 5 consultation

Closes 30 Mar 2026

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Theme 6 - Motor vehicles

Please read the section starting on page 48 of the draft Local Transport Plan 5 (PDF, 1.8MB)

Cars are the primary mode of transport for the majority of residents and an important transport mode, particularly due to Buckinghamshire’s rural nature. Buckinghamshire has some of the highest levels of car ownership in the country and we recognise cars will continue to be an important transport option in the county. However, high car usage has a range of associated challenges such as congestion, road safety and emissions. The policies in this chapter seek to support those that need and want to travel by car, whilst helping to tackle these challenges.

This section of the consultation asks for your views on:

  • zero-emission vehicles (questions 1 and 2)
  • car sharing (questions 3 to 5)
1. Policy MV1a states that we will support our residents’ and the Council’s transition to electric vehicles in accordance with our Electric Vehicle Action Plan. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this policy?
2. Policy MV1b states that we will review and renew our Electric Vehicle Action Plan at the end of the plan period. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this policy?
3. Policy MV2a states that we will require development with a Transport Assessment or Travel Plan to deliver car clubs where possible, integrating them into the transport network as part of sustainable transport provision and as outlined in the Car Clubs Guidance. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this policy?

More information

Our Car Clubs Guidance is currently being developed for publication alongside our new Parking Standards for New Developments later in 2026.

4. Policy MV2b states that we will require operators to introduce a higher proportion of zero emission vehicles in their fleets and share scheme performance data to inform future policy. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this policy?
5. Policy MV2c states that we will make provisions as appropriate to make the most of new car club opportunities across the county especially in high density areas, rural communities and transport hubs. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this policy?
6. Reflecting on the policies in this theme, please let us know your thoughts. This can be explaining the reasons for your answers above or overall sentiment about our motor vehicle policies.