UK EV drivers, particularly those without private parking, demand equalized 5% VAT rates for charging at home and public chargers.
UK electric vehicle (EV) drivers, especially those without private parking, are calling for changes to the unfair value-added tax (VAT) rates on charging their vehicles. Currently, home chargers pay a 5% VAT rate while public chargers are charged the full 20% VAT rate. Experts argue that this difference acts as a barrier to EV adoption, particularly for those without driveways who rely on public chargers. A fairer system, where the same VAT rate is applied wherever and whenever an EV is charged, would benefit both EV drivers and urban air quality.
March 04, 2024
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