Is the UK’s proposed 3p per mile EV tax about to change the cost of driving electric? In this video, I break down exactly what the 3p/Mile EV Tax Proposal could mean for UK electric vehicle owners and anyone considering switching from petrol or diesel.
I cover the facts behind the proposal, why the Government is discussing a new mileage-based tax for EVs, and how it relates to the decline in Fuel Duty revenue. Then we dive into real cost calculations, EV vs petrol comparisons, and the impact for drivers who charge at home versus those relying on public rapid chargers.
You’ll also see the true cost per kWh once the tax is applied, how EV energy use compares to fossil fuels, and the maths behind what this proposal could mean for everyday running costs. After presenting the hard data, I share my take on whether the proposed tax is fair, how likely it is to go ahead, what it might mean for EV adoption, and how it could shape future road taxation.
Whether you already own an electric car or you’re researching EV running costs before making the switch, this video gives you a clear, unbiased, numbers-driven explanation of what the proposed 3p per mile EV tax could mean for you — and what to expect as we approach the upcoming UK Budget.
00:00 Per Mile Tax for Electric Vehicles
00:41 What is Being Proposed?
01:26 Fuel Duty Revenue
02:51 Current Taxes on Electric Vehicles
03:56 Impact of Proposed Tax - Home Charging Vs Public Charging
06:12 Running Costs Comparison - Home Vs Public Charging, Petrol + Diesel
07:23 Does a per Mile Tax Penalise Efficiency?
09:16 How Will the Proposed Tax Work?
10:11 Conclusion + Summary to the Pay Per Mile Tax Proposal
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