The Electric Car Scheme makes electric cars more affordable through salary sacrifice
Salary sacrifice allows you to save 20-50% on any electric car lease.
But what is salary sacrifice? And how does electric car salary sacrifice work?
Whether you are an employee who is interested to find out more about how it works, or work in finance or HR, we have the information to help you.
Find out the answers to your questions and more in our easy to follow salary sacrifice guides and webinars. Expert advice is always available, so contact your account manager if you need some additional support or have any questions.
You can also use our handy electric car salary sacrifice calculator. The salary sacrifice calculator works out your personal tax savings achieved through electric car salary sacrifice.
Simply choose your car, lease plan, and add a few personal details so we can work out your savings through salary sacrifice here.
Our Salary Sacrifice Resources
Octopus Electric Vehicles (OEV) Alternatives for Electric Car Salary Sacrifice in the UK (2026 Guide)
Looking for Octopus EV alternatives? Compare The Electric Car Scheme and leading EV salary sacrifice providers on pricing, features, and used EVs.
Tusker Alternatives for EV Salary Sacrifice in the UK (2026 Guide)
Comparing Tusker alternatives? See how The Electric Car Scheme and top EV salary sacrifice providers stack up on cost, protection, and EV range
EV Salary Sacrifice and School Pensions: TPS, LGPS and the DfE Compliance Rules (2026)
How EV salary sacrifice affects Teachers' Pension and LGPS pensionable pay, plus how trusts meet the DfE "no liability" compliance test in 2026.
Electric Car Benefit in Kind (BiK): Tax Implications and Examples 2026
Learn about the Benefit in Kind (BiK) tax for electric cars, including current rates, rules and examples. Updated for 2026, with roadmap to 2030.
The Last Barriers to EV Salary Sacrifice, Removed: Day 1 Joining and Penalty-Free Exit
New starters can now join from Day 1 and employees can exit without penalty if life changes. The 5.5 million UK worker access expansion explained.
Company Car: Is It Worth it in 2026?
Salary sacrifice company car explained. How it differs from a traditional company car, what it costs, and why it's the tax-efficient choice in 2026.
Cinch Alternatives for Getting an Electric Car in the UK (2026 Guide)
Looking for Cinch alternatives to get an electric car in the UK? Compare used car retailers, personal leasing, PCP finance, and salary sacrifice.
Autotrader Alternatives for Getting an Electric Car in the UK (2026 Guide)
Autotrader lists cars but can't offer salary sacrifice savings. Discover the best alternatives for employed UK drivers in 2026. Read the guide.
Will Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Affect My Pension?
Does EV salary sacrifice affect your pension? For eligible UK employees, pension contributions are typically unaffected. Here's what to check before you join.
Is EV Salary Sacrifice Worth It For Higher Rate Taxpayers?
Is EV salary sacrifice worth it for higher-rate taxpayers in 2026? A breakdown of BiK savings, take-home pay impact, and real monthly costs.
Euro 7 Emissions Standards 2026: What Electric Car Fleet Managers Need to Know
Euro 7 emissions standards explained for EV fleet managers in 2026. What the regulations mean for fleet composition and salary sacrifice strategy.
What is a P11D and How Does it Work With Salary Sacrifice?
Learn how P11D forms work with electric car salary sacrifice schemes. Understand BiK tax calculations, filing deadlines, and save 20-50% on EVs in 2026.
Corporation Tax & Electric Cars: Business Guide 2026
How electric cars affect corporation tax for UK businesses in 2026 - first-year allowances, BiK, and the tax case for switching to EVs.
UK Employee Benefits Required by Law: Complete 2026 Guide for Employers
UK employee benefits required by law in 2026. A complete guide to statutory entitlements and where voluntary benefits like EV salary sacrifice fit in.
EV Salary Sacrifice Credit Checks: Employee & Company Guide 2026
How credit checks work for EV salary sacrifice in 2026. What lenders look for, how The Electric Car Scheme handles assessments, and what to expect.
What Electric Car Can I Afford? Salary-Based EV Guide 2026
Discover which electric cars you can afford at every salary level through salary sacrifice. Real examples for £30k-£120k+ earners. Save 20-50% in 2026.
Salary Sacrifice vs. Car Allowance: Complete Comparison Guide 2026
Salary sacrifice vs car allowance in 2026. A clear comparison of costs, tax efficiency, and flexibility to help UK employees choose the right option.
EV Energy Tariffs Explained 2026: Complete UK Guide to Cheap Home Charging
How EV energy tariffs work in the UK for 2026. A comparison of the best rates for electric car drivers and how to cut your charging costs.
What Is Salary Exchange for Electric Cars in 2026?
What is salary exchange, and how does it work? A complete guide for UK employees and employers - including how it applies to electric car schemes.
What Happens at the End of a Car Lease?
Discover exactly what happens when your car lease ends. From collection process to costs, fair wear and tear to your options - get all the answers here.