The incentives and legislations section is updated for beginning of 2024, as of 23rd April 2024.

Incentives and legislation that aim to increase uptake of alternative fuels vehicles and infrastructure.

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Registration tax benefits

No registration tax benefits available.  

Ownership tax benefits

No incentives are currently available.

Company tax benefits

Preferential taks rates for electric and ultralow emission cars (< 75g CO2/km) until April 2028. (2% until 2025, progressively increasing afterwards) 

Purchase subsidies

35% discount (max £2,500) for a converted M1 to a wheelchair accessible vehicle. It should:

- have zero CO2 emissions;- be able to travel ≥ 112km without any emissions; and- cost < £35,000 (conversion cost not included).

AF infrastructure incentives

- The Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme (EVHS): for homeowners who live in apartments and people in rental accommodation.

- The Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS): electric car charger installation scheme for businesses. It covers up to 75% of the cost and max £350/socket (max 40 sockets).

Interesting links

• https://Olev.gsi.gov.uk
• https://beis.gov.uk 
• https://www.buyacar.co.uk
• https://mobility-observatory.arval.com/tax-evolution-for-2023
• https://www.gov.uk/tax-company-benefits/tax-on-company-cars

 

Announced policy changes (effective later in 2024 and after)

The government is commited to introduce 4,000 zero-emission buses. In 2021, UK government has announced a £120m scheme to help roll out electric buses across England, covering 500 new buses.

Institutions involved in Incentives

https://www.gov.uk/transport/low-emission-and-electric-vehicles