Overview

• From 1 September, the advisory electricity rate is 8p per mile for home charging and 12p per mile for public charging, with a one‑month grace period for using the old rate.
• Advisory fuel rates were updated at the same time: petrol 12p/14p/22p by engine band, diesel 12p/13p/18p, and LPG 11p/13p/21p.
• Industry groups BVRLA and AFP welcomed the split after lobbying since 2021, saying it better reflects differing charging costs.
• The BVRLA cautioned that the 12p public‑charging rate may understate rapid‑charging expenses experienced by many drivers.
• After initial confusion over the public‑charging figure, coverage now points to the published 12p rate in HMRC guidance.