Choosing breakdown cover for a family isn’t simply a case of finding the lowest annual premium. Households may have several drivers, more than one vehicle and very different travel patterns, so it is important to understand who is actually protected and what happens when somebody needs assistance. For families with … Read more
For years, one of the biggest arguments against switching to an electric car was simple: EVs cost more. That is becoming a much harder argument to make. Falling lease prices, lower running costs and the growth of salary sacrifice schemes mean some electric cars can now cost less per month … Read more
Electric car salary sacrifice can be one of the most cost-effective ways to drive a new EV in the UK. The combination of Income Tax and National Insurance savings, relatively low Benefit-in-Kind tax and packages that can include insurance, servicing and maintenance makes the proposition particularly attractive. But is EV … Read more
Would you rather discuss this on a call? Book in an in-formal chat here. If you sit in HR, benefits or sustainability, Electric Car Salary Sacrifice has probably crossed your desk at some point, and there’s a chance you parked because it sounded expensive, or like a lot of admin … Read more
Choosing breakdown cover for a family isn’t always as straightforward as choosing cover for a single driver. Many households now have more than one car, multiple drivers and family members travelling in different vehicles throughout the week. That means the cheapest policy isn’t always the one that offers the best … Read more
EVs are more expensive to buy upfront than many petrol or diesel cars, so it is no surprise that one of the most common questions drivers now ask is: what is actually the cheapest way to get one? For many employees, salary sacrifice can be one of the cheapest ways … Read more
Can You Get Roadside Assistance for an Electric Vehicle? Yes. Most major UK breakdown providers offer roadside assistance for electric vehicles, including The AA. EV breakdown cover typically includes roadside assistance, vehicle recovery and support for common issues such as 12-volt battery failures, warning light faults, charging cable problems and … Read more
Breakdowns can happen to any driver, often without warning. Whether it’s a flat battery, a puncture, or a more complex mechanical issue, knowing what to expect (and what to do next) can make a stressful situation far more manageable. This guide explains the most common causes of breakdowns, what to … Read more
Electric car salary sacrifice has transformed the way many UK employees access electric vehicles, helping drivers save thousands through tax-efficient leasing. But while most attention has focused on the car itself, another major issue is rapidly emerging: EV charging costs. Public charging prices have risen sharply in recent years, and … Read more
A lot of households in the UK now rely on multiple drivers. Thanks to the rising cost of living and ever-increasing insurance premiums for young drivers, families share cars or borrow vehicles from each other more than ever before. Family breakdown cover is a type of breakdown cover that caters … Read more
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