GUIDES
A plain-English guide to UK EV grants
Thinking about switching to electric, or finally sorting a proper home charger? There's more financial support available than most people realise — covering the car itself, home and workplace charging, and targeted help for renters and Scottish households. Here's what's currently on offer.
The Electric Car Grant
Reintroduced in July 2025, the Electric Car Grant takes between £1,500 and £3,750 off the price of eligible new EVs listed at £37,000 or less. The exact discount depends on how sustainably the vehicle and its battery are produced, and it's applied automatically by the manufacturer or leasing provider on orders placed from 16 July 2025 onwards. The saving applies whether you buy outright, lease or take the car through salary sacrifice.
EV salary sacrifice
For employees whose workplace offers it, salary sacrifice is usually the largest single saving available. Payments come out of gross pay, cutting Income Tax and National Insurance, and EVs attract very low Benefit-in-Kind rates. Depending on your tax band, the effective monthly cost can drop by around 30–40%. Check that your pay stays above the National Minimum Wage and consider the impact on pension contributions and mortgage affordability before signing up.
Home chargepoint grant (renters & flat owners)
The government's chargepoint grant covers 75% of the cost of buying and installing a home charger, up to £350 per socket. From 1 April 2026 the cap rises to £500. It's aimed at people who rent their home or own a flat with dedicated off-street parking, and you'll need to already own an eligible EV. Homeowners in standard houses aren't eligible for this particular grant.
Cross-pavement & on-street charging
A separate grant supports households without off-street parking by helping fund cross-pavement charging solutions. It has been extended for a final year until 31 March 2027, with the maximum rising from £350 to £500 for applications made from 1 April 2026.
Workplace Charging Scheme
Businesses, charities and public-sector organisations can claim up to 75% of the cost of buying and installing EV chargers on site — capped at £500 per socket from 1 April 2026, and up to 40 sockets per organisation. The scheme has been extended to 31 March 2027. It's a straightforward way to add charging as a workplace benefit and support fleets or company car drivers.
Support in Scotland
Drivers north of the border can access additional help through Energy Saving Trust Scotland, which has historically offered interest-free loans for EVs and home chargers, plus targeted support for rural and off-grid households. Eligibility and funding levels change regularly, so check the latest guidance before you apply.
At a glance
EV salary sacrifice
Usually the biggest ongoing saving if your employer offers it.
Electric Car Grant
Reduces the upfront cost of eligible new EVs under £37,000.
Home charger grants
Useful if you rent or own a flat with off-street parking.
Workplace scheme
Helps your employer or business fund on-site chargepoints.
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Grant amounts, eligibility and deadlines change regularly. Always check gov.uk or the relevant scheme page for the latest details before applying.