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Electric Cars vs Petrol Cars 2026: Which Is Actually Cheaper to Run?
Electric Cars vs Petrol Cars 2026: Which Is Actually Cheaper to Run?

Discover which is cheaper: electric cars or petrol cars in 2026. Compare running costs, tax, maintenance & savings. EVs save £600-£1,500 annually. Calculate your savings with The Electric Car Scheme's salary sacrifice.

EU's 2035 Petrol and Diesel Ban Faces Mounting Pressure: What Does This Mean for UK Drivers and Electric Car Schemes?
EU's 2035 Petrol and Diesel Ban Faces Mounting Pressure: What Does This Mean for UK Drivers and Electric Car Schemes?

Germany leads push to soften EU's 2035 petrol and diesel car ban, putting pressure on UK's 2030 deadline. Discover how this affects electric car salary sacrifice schemes and EV adoption in 2025.

Pay-Per-Mile Road Tax Confirmed for 2028: What EV Drivers Need to Know | eVED Consultation Update
Pay-Per-Mile Road Tax Confirmed for 2028: What EV Drivers Need to Know | eVED Consultation Update

Budget 2025 confirms eVED (pay-per-mile) tax from April 2028 at 3p/mile for electric cars. Discover rates, costs, and how electric car salary sacrifice schemes save 20-50% despite new tax.

UK Budget 2025: Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Schemes Confirmed Until 2030 - £1.5bn EV Boost Announced
UK Budget 2025: Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Schemes Confirmed Until 2030 - £1.5bn EV Boost Announced

UK Budget 2025 confirms electric car salary sacrifice schemes remain unaffected with 3% BiK rates until 2030. £1.5bn in new EV funding announced. Full breakdown of changes for EV drivers.

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