Legislation - Page 2

Fleets will be relieved to hear that transitional arrangements will remain in place for double cab pick-up trucks reallocated to a new driver.

That’s according to a survey from the coalition behind the Zero Emission Van Plan, with fleets reporting regulatory barriers are the single biggest barrier.

Employers are being warned that some plug-in hybrid electric vehicles ordered through salary sacrifice schemes may not end up qualifying for the benefit.

An electric vehicle salary sacrifice provider has reported a significant increase in employers looking to launch a scheme since the Autumn Budget.

EC announces announced plans to give carmakers three years, rather than one, to meet new CO2 fleet averages for cars.

The Government is being urged to update drug-driving legislation and allow police to take evidential saliva tests at the roadside.

Fleets that procure their pick-up trucks now will retain the existing commercial vehicle classification and benefit from a more favourable tax treatment.

The Government is bringing driving licence rules for heavier electric vans in line with their lighter petrol and diesel equivalents.

John Messore, freelance tax expert on company cars, vans, fuel cards, mileage and salary sacrifice, gives his view on HMRC’s changes to pick-up truck taxation.

Lloyds Banking Group has increased the amount of cash it had put aside for potential payouts on car loan commissions.

HMRC updates tax guidance on double cab pick-up trucks after fleets were left confused as to which vehicles would be subject to benefit-in-kind (BIK).

The current rules surrounding the use of 4.25-tonne electric vans is stopping fleets from making the switch away from diesel.

An attempt to intervene in a landmark case concerning hidden commissions in car finance by Rachel Reeves has been rejected by the Supreme Court.

A call to defer MOTs for 4.25-tonne electric vans, citing a lack of test availability, has been backed by Venson Automotive Solutions.

Association of Fleet Professionals is concerned many fleets are unaware of changes to VED for electric vehicles coming in from April.

Most if not all extended, extra or so-called king cabs to be classed as company cars for tax purposes.

The BVRLA has created a form for fleets to help the industry make the most compelling case for change.

The Government is being urged to change the threshold for the expensive car allowance, which will apply to BEVs and PHEVs for the first time from April.

There were 89,369 new cars were registered to fleet and business in January, some 3,262 fewer vehicles than reported in the same month last year.

But there will be no retrospective changes to CO2 emissions values for vehicles already registered.

Ian Goodwin, employment tax partner at Forvis Mazars, examines the implications of coming tax changes and what you need to do.

Adherence to drivers’ hours legislation is essential for maintaining your fleet’s safety and compliance - while avoiding hefty fines and custodial sentences.

Electric vans weighing 4.25 tonnes have to be tested after one year rather than three, and also face a more rigorous examination.

Beibei Sun, managing consultant and automotive sector specialist at Vendigital, examines what’s driving the UK’s electric vehicle market.

MPs will discuss the disparity between the 20% VAT rate for public electric vehicle charging and the 5% rate for those plugging in at home.

MPs have accused HMRC of deliberately running a poor phone service for customers in an attempt to push them online instead.

Isuzu UK is encouraging customers to secure their D-Max double cab pick-up truck before significant tax changes come into effect in April.

John Messore, freelance tax expert on company cars, vans and fuel cards, examines the impact of Government plans to end ‘contrived’ ECOS schemes.

Government consultation on rules governing electric vans predicted to pave the way for greater uptake, but concerns over charging infrastructure remain.

Northgate is calling on the Government to ensure there is greater fleet involvement when it is shaping future light commercial vehicle legislation.

Plug-in hybrid vehicles will face more rigorous emissions testing this year in order to establish more accurate real-world data.

The Private Parking Code of Practice is not in force five years after an act of parliament was passed to clamp down on rogue operators. 

Regulations related to annual vehicle testing, drivers’ hours and tachographs and speed limiter devices for electric vans are set to be defined.

The Government has launched a new consultation to finalise its plans to end the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030.

Tim Laver, UK managing director of Ayvens, says fleets should prepare for a new Euro emissions standard, road-user charges and stricter EU CO2 targets.

Legislation governing the use of tachographs is not only complex, it’s also evolving – and it’s imperative for fleet decision makers to understand the changes.

Fleets are being warned there is no grey area when it comes to private mileage use following tax changes for double cab pick-up drivers.

Shocking new figures from the RAC have revealed the widespread illegal use of mobile phones behind the wheel by young drivers.

Government acknowledges impact of used EV values on the vehicle leasing industry and vows to work with the sector to address concerns.

Two multi-million pound settlements have been approved by the Competition Appeal Tribunal in a long-running car shipping legal action.