Grant

Advanced Propulsion Centre R&D Funding

A UK government–industry programme co-funding low-carbon automotive R&D.

Quick answer

The Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC) co-invests in UK collaborative R&D projects developing low-carbon automotive propulsion technologies and supply chains. Funding supports projects from feasibility to demonstrator stages, partnered with DBT and Innovate UK. A UK government–industry programme co-funding low-carbon automotive R&D. Eligibility typically requires UK automotive sector businesses and academic partners with qualifying low-carbon propulsion projects. Funding is typically Collaborative R&D grants.

Funding amount

Collaborative R&D grants

Region

United Kingdom

Stage

Any stage

Provider

Advanced Propulsion Centre

Eligibility

UK automotive sector businesses and academic partners with qualifying low-carbon propulsion projects.

Industries

Editorial status: Standard Listing— accurate programme summary; not fully advisor-reviewed.

Source: https://www.apcuk.co.uk/

Last data check: 6/14/2026

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