The resolution also extends the VRT relief available against the purchase of serious production hybrid and flexible fuel vehicles which is due to expire at the end of the December. It is being extended for a further two years until 31 December 2012, with the maximum VRT relief available in that period of €1,500. To the end of November 2010, approximately 3,000 flexible fuel and 1,200 hybrid vehicles have been purchased.

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