Background & Purpose
To speed up the shift to fossil-free transport, the government wanted to make it easier and cheaper for people to choose electric vehicles for their daily commute.
The Decision
The parliament approved the proposal, ensuring that charging an electric car at the workplace remains tax-free permanently and expanding the right to deduct fuel costs for business trips.
Does this affect you?
- Commuters with electric cars: They can charge their vehicles at work without it being counted as a taxable benefit, saving money on daily travel costs.
- Employees with company cars: They benefit from clearer and more generous rules regarding fuel deductions when traveling for work purposes.
In Practice
- You will not be taxed for the electricity you use to charge your car at your workplace.
- The rules for deducting fuel costs when using a company car for business travel are now more flexible.
- These changes are designed to make it more attractive for employees to choose electric or hybrid vehicles.
- The new rules will be fully implemented starting on July 1, 2026.