https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/tags/plug-in-hybrids/Recent content in plug-in hybrids on Birmingham DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usSun, 19 Jul 2026 05:46:21 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/automatic-dvla-car-tax-refunds-under-new-mileage-based-scheme-face-technical-challenges/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:46:21 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/automatic-dvla-car-tax-refunds-under-new-mileage-based-scheme-face-technical-challenges/The Labour Party government’s upcoming pay-per-mile car tax scheme, known as eVED, has sparked concerns among experts about the capability of the DVLA’s computer systems to manage refunds efficiently. Set to launch in April 2028 following an announcement by Treasury Secretary Rachel Reeves, eVED will charge electric vehicle (EV) owners 3p per mile and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) owners 1.5p per mile. The government aims to replace declining fuel duty revenues with a fairer usage-based tax, requiring drivers to estimate their annual mileage and pay upfront or spread payments over the year.