Do Electric Cars Pay Road Tax?

Electric cars do not pay road tax, as they are exempt from vehicle excise duty (VED). This is because electric cars have zero emissions, so they are considered to be more environmentally friendly than conventional petrol or diesel-powered vehicles.

Are Electric Vehicles Cheaper to Run?

The cost of running an electric car will depend on a number of factors, such as the price of electricity, the efficiency of the vehicle, and the distance you travel. However, electric cars are generally cheaper to run than petrol or diesel cars since you don’t have to pay for fuel.

How Do Electric Cars Work?

Electric cars work by using electricity to power an electric motor, which turns the wheels. The electricity is stored in a battery, and it can be recharged by plugging the car into a mains socket.

What Are the Benefits of Electric Cars?

Electric cars have a number of benefits over traditional petrol or diesel-powered vehicles. They are cheaper to run, they emit no pollutants, and they are much quieter. Electric cars also have the potential to be more efficient than conventional vehicles since they don’t lose energy through engine heat and exhaust fumes.

What Are the Disadvantages of Electric Cars?

The main disadvantage of electric cars is that they have a limited range, and they can take a long time to recharge. Electric cars are also more expensive to buy than traditional petrol or diesel cars.

Are Electric Cars the Future?

Electric cars are becoming increasingly popular as people become more aware of the environmental benefits. However, it is still unclear whether electric cars will replace traditional petrol and diesel cars in the future.

How is road tax Calculated, or Vehicle Excise Duty?

Vehicle excise duty is a tax that is based on the emissions of a vehicle and is paid annually. The amount of VED that you pay is determined by the carbon dioxide emissions of your vehicle. Electric cars are exempt from VED as they produce zero emissions.

How much does it cost to charge an electric car?

The cost of charging an electric car will depend on the price of electricity and the efficiency of the vehicle. However, electric cars are generally cheaper to run than petrol or diesel cars since you don’t have to pay for fuel.

What is an Electric Car Scheme?

You may notice that your company offers an electric car scheme or a salary sacrifice scheme, and you might want to avoid vehicle tax by owning an electric vehicle. Well, these schemes help you to have an electric vehicle for an affordable price.

Electric Encounters: Matt’s Story | Kia E-Niro 2

Welcome to the first in our series of Electric Encounters. Operations Executive, Matt, recently hopped behind the wheel of his first electric car; a brand new Kia E-Niro 2! Join us in this first edition, as we pick Matt’s brain about his new life as an EV connoisseur!

What Did You Drive Before?

Before I hopped into my new car, I was driving a purple 55-plate, 1.25L, Ford Fiesta named Perry. Yes, after Perry the Platypus. Perry was in my life for a good 5 years and it served me well. I loved it even with its “massage function”, which activated at speeds over 60mph; the steering wheel would vibrate uncontrollably, so I just avoided going over 60mph!

Having said that, I have to admit I’m very glad to be free from Perry! What a car Geralt is (that’s what I’ve called my E-Niro; if you know you know!).

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How Does the Range Hold Up?

Initially, I was hesitant about moving to electric because of the horror stories about the range. However, after just a couple of weeks in the Kia E-Niro 2, I can see how wrong I was! I haven’t had a problem with it yet, AND it actually does the mileage it says!

Having 400 miles in a petrol car is great, but when do you ever need that many miles in one go? The Kia E-Niro 2 has around 300 miles range, and my commute is 30 miles each way, so it works out perfectly. When it runs low, I can simply plug in at one of our 2 charge points at the office!

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What About the Running Costs?

I lived with my parents when I had my old car, so the commute was a little shorter. However, I’d still be getting through a tank a week, costing me £40-£50 back then – the good old days! That’d probably cost you closer to £100 a week now with the Cost of Living Crisis and rising fuel costs.

Running Geralt is way lighter on the wallet as I generally charge at the office, which is free! When I’m out and about though, it’s only ever a couple of pounds to recharge enough to get me home! It might be a 30-minute wait but I’ll never say no to a Greggs at a service!

The costs of running your own vehicle really stack up compared to a Salary Sacrifice car, especially an electric one. Just comparing the road tax and benefit in kind tax of electric to petrol/diesel, there’s no question! 2% BIK on electric cars compared to 37% for the most polluting vehicles, and no road tax for EVs at all! You make savings on Tax and NI, charging is cheaper than fuel, and your insurance, maintenance, servicing, and tyres are all covered in your monthly payment! What’s not to love?

Would You Go Back To Traditional Motoring?

I can’t even consider the possibility of reverting back to a traditional petrol or diesel car, electric for life!

If you’d like a quote on the Kia E-Niro 2, get a login for the Quote Engine! There are plenty of cars available on there too, so have a browse! We’re also running webinars on how you can save money through the Cost of Living Crisis, you can register to attend here!

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