Budget 2026 / Payrolling 2027 – Annual Uprating of the Van Benefit Charge for 2027-2028 and the Car and Van Fuel Benefit Charges for 2027-2028

As part of the Budget 2026 announcements, the government is increasing the van benefit charge and the car and van fuel benefit charges in line with the September 2026 Consumer Prices Index (CPI). The original announcement appears to have confused amounts between the different charges. PAYadvice.UK have reviewed and amended to what is more likely … Continue reading Budget 2026 / Payrolling 2027 – Annual Uprating of the Van Benefit Charge for 2027-2028 and the Car and Van Fuel Benefit Charges for 2027-2028 →

Electric Company Car Tax increased by a third from April 2026 and more increases for the future

When the New Tax Year day 6th April 2026 arrived, so did a plethora of changes to taxation. For those who have Electric Cars through employer schemes, the company car tax is increasing by a third. A salary sacrifice car is, for taxation purposes, treated as a company car Whether provided as a normal company … Continue reading Electric Company Car Tax increased by a third from April 2026 and more increases for the future →

Payrolling Benefits April 2027 phasing (MPBiKs)

The HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have confirmed a phased approach to the implementation of Payrolling for April 2027 and a further phase in April 2028. Originally it had been proposed to mandate the payrolling of all benefits in kind excepting accommodation and loans, from April 2026. This was then delayed until April 2027. This … Continue reading Payrolling Benefits April 2027 phasing (MPBiKs) →

Fuel margins remain “persistently high”

Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) publishes latest report analysing competition in the road fuel market and the factors influencing prices paid by drivers. New analysis shows fuel retailer operating costs do not explain why fuel margins remain at persistently high levels Fuel finder set to launch next year [2026] to help drivers get the cheapest prices and boost competition in the sector CMA publishes enforcement guidance setting out what happens if … Continue reading Fuel margins remain “persistently high” →

Electric vehicle (EV) charging at home to be easier

Reforms to open up affordable home charging to thousands more households new proposed planning reforms to cut red tape giving renters and motorists without driveways greater access to cheaper charging at home residents could save up to £250 on application fees with wider proposals to help renters and leaseholders install chargers more households … Continue reading Electric vehicle (EV) charging at home to be easier →

HGV and PSV Walkaround Check: A Legal Duty and Safety Priority

In commercial transport, where time pressures are high and responsibilities wide-ranging, routine tasks can sometimes be rushed or overlooked. However, the walkaround check for commercial vehicles is not just another task—it is a legal requirement and a vital safeguard for public safety. Whether operating a Heavy Goods Vehicle or a Public Service Vehicle, this check is essential to … Continue reading HGV and PSV Walkaround Check: A Legal Duty and Safety Priority →

Boost for Britain’s electric vehicle revolution

Salary sacrifice EV schemes Electric Vehicles (EV) are an increasing Salary Sacrifice arrangement that works being offered by employers enabling the expansion EV usage across the UK. Unlike some salary sacrifice arrangements which may not work as stated such as childcare and groceries which may not meet exemption qualifying conditions, EVs are not captured by … Continue reading Boost for Britain’s electric vehicle revolution →

2025-2026: Van benefit and the car and van fuel charge and other future changes

Company van The Van Benefit Charge applies when an employee is provided with a company van and it is used for personal journeys. The Van Fuel Benefit Charge applies where fuel is provided by the employer to cover private use. Company car fuel benefit A director or employee who is provided with a Company Car … Continue reading 2025-2026: Van benefit and the car and van fuel charge and other future changes →

Company Car Tax goes up – April 2025

As part of the Autumn Budget 2024 documentation Annex A, the company car tax rates for April 2025 have confirmed a +1% rise from 6th April 2025. For those with Electronic Vehicles (even via salary sacrifice schemes), the company car tax (yes it is a company provided car even via a lease company) applicable rises … Continue reading Company Car Tax goes up – April 2025 →

Double cab pickup benefit tax status change cancelled

HMRC originally issued updated guidance on the Benefit in Kind treatment of double cab pick-ups on Tuesday 12th February 2024. EIM23150 Car benefit: double cab pickups and the new EIM23151 Car benefit: double cab pickups 1 July 2024 onwards to clarify the new rules which will take effect from 1st July 2024. What is a double cab pickup? A … Continue reading Double cab pickup benefit tax status change cancelled →

2024-2025: Car and van fuel benefit charges

Company Car Tax 2024

As part of the Autumn Statement documentation Annex A, the company car tax rates for April 2024 have been confirmed as frozen at the same levels as from April 2023. The next rise occurs from April 2025. For all cars, drivers must add 4% to their appropriate percentage if the car is propelled solely by … Continue reading Company Car Tax 2024 →

Tax year 2023/2024: Car and van fuel benefit charge increased

HM Revenue and Customs have confirmed the decision to increase the Expenses and Benefits rates for tax year 2023/2024, effective from 6th April 2023. Van benefit and fuel benefit for cars and vans Van benefit charge and fuel benefit charges for cars and vans are to be uprated by the Consumer Price Index (with rounding) … Continue reading Tax year 2023/2024: Car and van fuel benefit charge increased →