Stupid — UK Putting Road Tax on EVs in 2028 - CleanTechnica

The UK government plans to introduce a pay-per-mile road tax on electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids starting in 2028, charging 3p per mile for fully electric cars and 1.5p per mile for plug-in hybrids. This tax, which will rise with inflation, is expected to generate about £255 annually for a driver covering 8,500 miles, roughly half the fuel tax paid by petrol and diesel drivers. While this tax is lower than fossil fuel taxes, critics argue it is premature and could hinder EV adoption, potentially reducing electric car sales by 440,000 over the next five years. Despite this new levy, the government is also implementing measures to encourage EV uptake, such as raising the Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) expensive car supplement threshold from £40,000 to £50,000 for electric vehicles, which could offset some negative impacts by boosting sales by 320,000. Additionally, the UK has committed £1.3 billion for