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.
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Does a Salary Sacrifice Car Affect Your Pension?
Will electric car salary sacrifice affect my pension? Usually not, but defined benefit schemes can differ. See how each pension type is treated in 2026/27.
Academy Trust EV Salary Sacrifice: 2026 DfE Guidance Explained
Academy trust EV salary sacrifice needs no prior DfE approval if no liability falls on the trust. See the test, mitigations and pension impact.
Octopus Electric Vehicles (OEV) Alternatives for Electric Car Salary Sacrifice in the UK (2026 Guide)
Octopus EV alternatives for salary sacrifice compared: employer protection, pricing, used EVs and charging, plus the questions to ask any provider.
EV Salary Sacrifice Setup: Common Mistakes And How To Avoid Them
The most common mistakes employers make when setting up EV salary sacrifice, and how to avoid them with The Electric Car Scheme in 2026.
Company Car: Is It Worth It in 2026?
A salary sacrifice company car lets employees typically save 20 to 50% on an electric car. See 2026/27 BiK rates, costs and how to set up a scheme.
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.
Select Car Leasing Alternatives for EV Salary Sacrifice: A Complete Guide
Evaluating Select Car Leasing alternatives for EV salary sacrifice? Compare employer protection, pricing, and charging support.
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.
Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme for Small Businesses: Complete Guide
EV salary sacrifice for small businesses with under 50 employees. How the scheme works, what it costs, and how to get started in 2026.
The Electric Car Scheme Reviews — 4.9★ Trustpilot (1,036+ reviews) | 2026
Independent reviews of The Electric Car Scheme. What employers and employees say about the service, rated 4.9 stars on Trustpilot in 2026.
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.
What is the Green Car Scheme? A 2026 UK Guide for Employers and Employees
The Green Car Scheme lets UK employees lease an EV through salary sacrifice and save 20-50%, with Benefit-in-Kind at just 4% for 2026/27.
EV Salary Sacrifice in the Public Sector & NHS: How It Works and How to Check If You Have a Scheme
How EV salary sacrifice works in the public sector, including BiK, AfC, NLW and pension impact, plus what to check if your employer offers a scheme.
Corporate Car Leasing: Complete Guide for UK Businesses
A complete guide to corporate car leasing for UK businesses in 2026 - options, costs, and how salary sacrifice compares to traditional fleet leasing.
Workplace EV Charging: Installation Costs and Options for Employers (2026)
Workplace EV charging explained for UK employers in 2026. Installation costs, OZEV grants, and how The Charge Scheme supports your rollout.
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.
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.
8 Non-Financial Rewards to Motivate Employees
Discover 8 proven non-financial rewards that increase employee motivation by 31% and reduce turnover by 40%, including electric car salary sacrifice schemes.
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.