Pay-Per-Mile Road Tax for EVs: What You Need to Know
The UK government is reportedly planning a new pay-per-mile road tax for electric vehicles (EVs) as early as 2028. With the popularity of EVs on the rise, ministers are looking at ways to replace lost fuel duty revenue. Under the proposal, EV drivers could be charged around 3p for every mile they travel. This move would help fill the gap left by the decline in petrol and diesel car sales, which traditionally fund road maintenance through fuel taxes.
What Does This Mean for EV Owners?
If this tax becomes law, it could change how drivers budget for their electric cars. While EVs currently benefit from lower running costs and zero road tax, this pay-per-mile system could make long journeys more expensive. Some drivers might feel a bit betrayed—after all, didn’t we all switch to EVs to save the planet and our wallets? The government clearly thought, “If you’re not paying at the pump, you’ll pay on the road!”
For now, the proposal is just that—a proposal. But if you’re thinking of racking up miles in your shiny EV, you might want to start planning for a future where every mile counts…literally.
Sources:
Top Gear: Government apparently considering a pay-per-mile road tax for EVs
