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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Technology
Steve Fowler

Electric car drivers could face new pay-per-mile tax under Treasury plans

Electric vehicle drivers could soon face a new tax on every mile they drive, under plans reportedly being finalised for the Chancellor’s upcoming Budget later this month.

According to a report by The Telegraph, Rachel Reeves is preparing to introduce a pay-per-mile charge for electric and hybrid car owners, starting at around 3p per mile, in a move designed to offset falling fuel duty revenues as the UK transitions away from petrol and diesel.

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