Claim victory over the EV tax rise with Vindis

Big changes are coming to the upfront tax on all cars from April – but this means there’s an opportunity for drivers who are curious about electric vehicles (EVs) or want to upgrade to a new one. But you need to move quickly! Here’s what you need to know…

At the moment, EVs are exempt from paying car tax – known as Vehicle Excise Duty (VED). From 1 April 2025, new tax rules will come into effect, meaning EV drivers will no longer enjoy the zero-tax benefits they do today – there’ll be a first-year rate of £10 and then £195 per year from the first tax renewal after April 2025.

That’s why now’s the perfect time to buy – act now and save!

What’s changing?

The new VED charges coming into effect are as follows:

  • New EVs registered from 1 April 2025 will pay a lower first-year rate of £10, then £195 per year from the second year onwards.
  • Existing EVs registered between 1 April 2017 and 31 March 2025 will pay the standard rate of £195 per year, starting from the first tax renewal after 1 April 2025.
  • Older EVs registered between 1 March 2001 and 30 March 2017 will move to the first band that has a VED value and pay £20 per year.
  • Electric vans and commercial vehicles will pay the same as petrol and diesel equivalents – currently £335 per year.
  • Premium EVs (over £40,000) will lose their exemption from the Expensive Car Supplement, meaning they could be charged up to £600 per year in road tax.

What does this mean for you?

These tax changes make now the best time to switch to an EV (or upgrade your current model) before the new costs come into effect. Buying before April locks in the last chance to benefit from £10 road tax, saving you over £185 in the short term.

Act now – beat the tax hike!

So if you’re EV-curious, why not come down to your local Vindis Group dealership to chat through your options? We have a fantastic selection of affordable, high-performance electric vehicles ready to go before the tax changes hit.

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Don’t wait and end up paying more – beat the tax rise and drive away in a brand-new EV today!

T&Cs apply. Accurate at time of publication 02/2025. VED rates are set by the UK government and may be subject to change. This does not constitute financial or tax advice. Please note these are draft figures and are subject to change in line with inflation. Contact a member of our team for more information.