Public EV charging in the UK is currently slightly cheaper than running a petrol or diesel car. According to ChargeUK, drivers using standard public chargers pay around 15p per mile, compared to roughly 17p for petrol and 17.5p for diesel.

For most EV users who combine standard and rapid charging, costs average about 16p per mile. However, drivers relying solely on ultra-rapid chargers pay more at around 21p per mile.

This shift hasn’t been driven by falling electricity prices, but by rising fuel costs in recent weeks. Data from Zapmap and the RAC shows that while EV charging prices remain relatively high, petrol and diesel have become even more expensive therefore tipping the balance.

Public charging costs have increased significantly in recent years, and the UK continues to have some of the highest prices in Europe. Industry leaders say government action is needed, particularly to reduce VAT on public charging and address high infrastructure costs.

Benefit in Kind (BIK) / Company Car Tax

P11D value of the car (£)  X  BIK rate (%)  X  your income tax bracket (%) = BIK tax owed (£)

BIK rate:

These rates apply to vehicles registered after 6^th April 2021.

Income tax bracket:

If you have a company van, different rates apply. Click here (https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/tools/van/van-tax-calculator) for van tax calculator.

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We are pleased to announce that as of 22^nd October 2025, URA Ventures Limited trading as GKL Leasing has acquired Total Motion Limited (TML). This will be in the form of a partnership between 2 successful family businesses with both benefiting from the best practices of each and the added strength of the whole. Both businesses will continue to focus upon customer relationships and further improving our offer and service.

Overseen by the Financial Conduct Authority who authorise both companies in respect of regulated activities, the merger takes the form of GKL Leasing acquiring 100% of the shares in TML.

TML was founded by Simon and Caroline Hill in 2003 and grew rapidly into a dynamic and well respected business, more recently including the Pink Car Leasing brand.
GKL directors regard the current TML management as outstanding and are delighted that both Claire Timms and Fraser Hill will continue to manage the business and maintain old and new customer relationships.
James and Anthony Kenning, the ultimate beneficial owners of GKL Leasing are the fifth generation of a line of business that was started as long ago as 1878, notably built anew by Richard Kenning since 1987.
Richard Kenning remains on the Board of GKL Leasing as Non-Executive Chairman. Richard and the Directors would like to take this opportunity to recognise the great contribution made by their 3 senior managers who have been with the business for many years, Simon Blake ACA, John Stevenson and Tim Norton.
For the initial period the combined businesses will ultimately be managed by Robert Sayers FCA and long standing director of GKL Leasing, as Interim Group Managing Director, with close support from the Board of Directors.

We believe that the transaction is a great opportunity for both businesses and for their staff and customers.

Mercedes have announced the following key updates for the all-electric Mercedes-Benz CLA C174

New Trim Level: AMG Line Premium Edition+

• The highly anticipated MBUX Superscreen with a 14” passenger display
• THERMOTRONIC 2-zone climate control
• KEYLESS-GO Convenience Package, including the EASY-PACK tailgate

New Exterior Colours:

• Aqua Mint (solid finish)
• High-Tech Silver Metallic

Design Updates:

• Rear light strip removed on Sport Edition and AMG Line Edition for a refreshed exterior appearance

New Optional Equipment:

• Tow bar now available across all model lines