How will the vehicle road tax changes for EVs affect you?
From 1st April 2025, Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) and the Expensive Car Supplement (ECS) will apply to new battery electric vehicles with a vehicle value over £40,000.
New zero tailpipe emission cars registered on or after 1st April 2025 will face increased VED to the lowest-first rate of £10, however after this first year they will be subject to the standard VED rate of £195 a year.
EVs with a list price exceeding £40,000 will now be expected to pay an additional Expensive Car Supplement at £410 per year for five years after the second year.
It's important to note the term 'list price' when it comes to the ECS. This means the price the car was originally priced at, disregarding any dealership discounts or offers. You can try and avoid the ECS by selecting a car with fewer add ons to lower the value.
Registering a new car before 31st March 2025 can help you avoid extra costs this year.
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