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2025 Budget: EV Owners to Pay Per Mile Tax Starting 2028
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2025 Budget: EV Owners to Pay Per Mile Tax Starting 2028

The UK government's latest budget announcement is set to shake up the automotive landscape, particularly for electric vehicle (EV) owners. With a new pay-per-mile tax on the horizon, car enthusiasts and drivers alike are left wondering how this will impact their wallets and driving habits.Key TakeawaysEV owners will face an additional 3p per mile levy starting April 2028.The current average annual mileage for EVs is around 8,000 miles, adding £240 annually to the cost of driving.New measures are expected to affect both new and used EV sales immediately despite implementation in 2028.Starting April 2028, EV owners will be hit with a pay-per-mile tax of 3p per mile. This means that for the average annual mileage of 8,000 miles, drivers will see an additional £240 on their yearly expenses. Wh...