New driving laws take effect in the UK with changes to reimbursements and EV charging rules

New driving laws in the UK took effect on December 1, 2024, changing reimbursement rates for company cars. The rates for petrol and diesel vehicles have decreased, impacting how employees are reimbursed for business travel. From December 31, heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) must have new smart tachographs for international journeys. By February 21, 2024, all newly registered HGVs will need this technology, regardless of journey type. Electric vehicle (EV) charging stations must now offer contactless payments or face fines. EV owners will receive guarantees of 99 percent reliability from charge point operators. The government aims for 28 percent of car sales to be electric by January 1, 2025.