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Motability has also decided that every vehicle with a named driver aged 30 or under will have the device fitted – which could include family, friends and personal assistants (PAs) who drive the vehicle.
“As a disabled person, my independence could be taken away as a result of a non-disabled person’s actions,” Day says.
“I’m experienced enough with PAs to know that not all PAs are amazing drivers. And that’s just a reality of life. I find the consequences horrifying.”
Motability will start to bring in the changes on new leases from 13 April for the first 15% of its 930,000 customer base. Then it will “review and analyse” whether to introduce it across the board.just but a replacement as it will be far cheaper than an insurance claim i think your part number is YL022040XK
One of our favourite seven-seat SUVs is getting a big midlife update later this year, with new images serving as concrete proof Hyundai is working on substantial changes for its Santa Fe. We’re yet to get a full scope of the upgrades, but they will include a fresh look outside, new tech inside and improved hybrid powertrain technology.
As we can see on the prototype we spied winter-testing, there are a range of exterior styling changes already visible beneath the camouflage. Starting up front, the current car’s Range Rover-like headlight and grille arrangement will be swapped for a more eccentric layout.
This includes low-mounted LED headlights, with thin vertical daytime running lights at the far edges of the nose. These will sit either side of a new grille design, one that on these prototypes look to be concentrated on the lower part of the front bumper.
The existing boxy shape and black plastic wheelarch extensions are destined to remain, but the rear will pick up another design overhaul, at the same time addressing one of the current car’s more divisive design elements. In place of the thick, low-mounted rear lighting, Hyundai’s designers have now given the Santa Fe thin upright rear lights, possibly joining a thin, technical-looking light bar.
These, plus the changes up front, will totally change the car’s on-road appearance. New wheels and colour options will complete the transformation, and in some markets such as the USA, Hyundai might also offer a more off-road focused styling package. While we currently don’t have any information on any prices for the facelift, you can currently get the latest Santa Fe with an average of £6,387 off the RRP price through the Auto Express Buy A Car service.
Inside is where we expect to see the biggest changes, though. Hyundai is working on a new touchscreen interface, and we expect the revamped Santa Fe to be one of the first models to offer it. This will see the current twin 12.3-inch screen bank replaced for a larger free-standing touchscreen on the central dash, with a separated driver’s display in front of the driver.
Most of the car’s dashboard and centre console will also be redesigned to accommodate the new screen, making for a completely fresh interior cabin experience. However, with more screens, don’t expect the removal of too many physical controls. The company has already confirmed that it doesn’t believe in completely minimalist interiors, so will still integrate physical controls for key functions.
Under the bonnet, we expect a further refining of the brand’s hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrain options. There won’t be any all-electric options, that’s the remit of the larger Ioniq 9. We don’t know when the new Santa Fe will be revealed in full, but it should be some time later this year, with customer deliveries due a few months after.
While this model is popular in the UK, it’s one of the brand’s biggest international sellers, meaning UK buyers will have to wait their turn before it arrives in showrooms. In any case, it’s looking like a busy year for Hyundai and its SUV models, with a new compact model called the Venue possibly on the cards. Later in the year or early next, an all-new Tucson will be launched – which isn’t just Hyundai’s best seller, but one of the world’s biggest-selling SUVs outright.
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Hardware Replacement
New Bidirectional Charger: You need a specific V2H/V2G compatible charger (e.g., Wallbox Quasar, Ford Charge Station Pro, or specific SigenStor units). Standard AC chargers like your Pod Point cannot manage the two-way power conversion required for V2H/V2G.
DC Conversion: The new unit handles the power conversion from AC (grid/home) to DC (EV battery) and back from DC (EV battery) to AC (home/grid) outside the vehicle, unlike standard home AC chargers that use the car’s onboard converter.
Additional Electrical Equipment: The new system will require extra components, such as a smart meter to accurately track energy flow and additional grid isolation equipment (like an automatic transfer switch for V2H backup power) to safely manage the bidirectional flow of electricity.Vehicle Compatibility
Bidirectional Capability: Your EV must be capable of bidirectional charging. This is a feature of specific EVs, such as the Nissan Leaf (which uses the CHAdeMO connector) or certain Hyundai, Kia, and VW models (using CCS).
Connector Standard: Most V2G/V2H technology currently uses the CHAdeMO connector, although CCS-compatible units are emerging (e.g., specific Ford and VW systems). You must ensure your car’s connector matches the new charger.Installation and Regulatory Requirements
Professional Installation: A qualified and licensed electrician specializing in V2H/V2G installations is essential.
Home Electrical Assessment: The installer will need to assess your home’s existing electrical system, potentially requiring upgrades to the consumer unit or main panel to safely accommodate the new setup.
DNO and Energy Supplier Approval: You will need permission from your Distribution Network Operator (DNO) to export power to the grid (for V2G). You also need a specific V2G energy tariff from your energy supplier to benefit financially.
Software and Commissioning: The new charger will need commissioning to ensure it communicates correctly with the energy management system and the grid/home infrastructure via a uniform software language (e.g., OCPP).Summary
You cannot simply “change” or upgrade your existing Pod Point 7kW charger to a bidirectional system. The process involves removing the current unit and installing a completely new, more complex, and significantly more expensive bidirectional charger along with associated electrical modifications and permissions.https://www.vantagemotorgroup.co.uk/motability/kia/offers/
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EV4 Air
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K4 Pure
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K4 GT-Line Mild Hybrid
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Motability Tax Changes In The 2025 Budget
What Has the Government Announced For The Motability Scheme?
By: James Reeve
Posted on 26th Nov 2025 | Updated 26th Nov 2025The Government has announced plans to change the way the Motability Scheme is taxed. Although the reforms are more limited than initially feared, they are still expected to increase costs for many disabled drivers who rely on the Scheme for affordable, worry-free motoring.
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Table of Contents1.VAT To Apply To Motability Advance Payments
2.Insurance Premium Tax To Be Applied For The First Time
3.Premium Brands Removed From The Scheme
4.Impact On Motability Advance Payments Still Unclear
5.Motability’s Response
6.MotaClarity Will Keep You Updated
VAT To Apply To Motability Advance Payments
VAT relief on upfront Advance Payments will be removed for all new Motability leases from July 2026. From then on, these payments will be subject to the standard 20% VAT rate, a change that is likely to increase upfront costs for many customers.An Advance Payment is the extra amount some customers pay at the beginning of a Motability lease if the vehicle they want costs more than the qualifying weekly Mobility Allowance (currently £77.05) covers. It’s a one-off payment that lets customers choose bigger, better-equipped and more expensive vehicles.
Importantly, Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles (WAVs) will remain exempt, meaning the VAT change will not apply to these vehicles.
There will be two additional changes to how the Motability Scheme operates: the annual mileage cap will be reduced from the current 20,000 miles, and breakdown cover for overseas travel will no longer be included as part of the standard lease package.
Insurance Premium Tax To Be Applied For The First Time
The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, will also levy Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) on the all-inclusive insurance cover provided by the Motability Scheme. This will be the first time IPT has ever been applied to the Scheme.Because each Motability lease currently bundles insurance, maintenance, MOTs, breakdown cover and tyre replacement into a single fee, adding IPT is expected to bump up overall running costs. Unless absorbed by the Scheme, these added costs are highly likely to be passed on to customers.
According to the Government’s Budget 2025 forecasts, the combined tax changes are projected to save the Treasury over £1 billion over the next five years.
Read the 2025 Budget Report
Read Motability Scheme: Reforming Tax Reliefs
Motability Scheme Changes In The Budget 2025
Premium Brands Removed From The Scheme
In addition to the new tax changes, Motability announced yesterday that several premium car brands will no longer be available to its customers. The brands removed from the Scheme are:Alfa Romeo
Audi
BMW
Lexus
Mercedes-Benz
Motability says the change is intended to shift the fleet toward vehicles that ‘meet disabled people’s needs and represent value and purpose,’ focusing on reliability, lower running costs and accessibility rather than luxury.Motability Scheme Removes Premium Brands And Sets Major New Target For UK-Built Cars
Impact On Motability Advance Payments Still Unclear
Even these limited tax changes are likely to push up costs for disabled motorists. Both the VAT changes and IPT on insurance will increase Motability’s operating costs, and the Scheme typically reflects these changes through its quarterly pricing.What remains unclear is how much Advance Payments will rise, and which types of vehicles could see the biggest increases. Customers who rely on larger or more expensive vehicles may be more exposed to price changes than those choosing smaller models.
Before the Budget, several disability charities warned that adding VAT and IPT would increase the cost of even the cheapest cars, potentially making the Scheme unaffordable for people on low or fixed incomes.
It also remains unclear how, or whether, the Government’s new tax proposals for electric vehicle (EV) drivers will impact people using the Motability Scheme.
Addressing criticism that Motability has sometimes been used to lease premium vehicles, Reeves told MPs during her budget statement: “The Motability Scheme was set up to protect the most vulnerable, not to subsidise the lease on a Mercedes-Benz, so I am making reforms that will reduce generous taxpayer subsidies.”
Motability’s Response
In a statement issued after the Budget, Andrew Miller, CEO of Motability Operations, said the organisation will adapt the Scheme to manage the impact of the Government’s tax changes and ensure it remains sustainable in the long term.He added that over the next six months, Motability will be ‘looking at what we include, how we manage costs and how we make sure the Scheme stays sustainable for the long term.’From facebook
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A parking charge notice (PCN) from Nexus, likely issued by CP Plus (trading as GroupNexus), is a private parking ticket, not a council-issued fine. These charges are typically for breaches of parking terms and conditions on private land. You have options: appeal the notice, pay the discounted charge if applicable, or potentially ignore it and face the consequences of non-payment, which could include further action from Nexus.
Understanding the Notice:
Private Land: Nexus, operating as CP Plus or GroupNexus, manages car parks on private land, not public roads.
Breach of Contract: The PCN is essentially a claim for breach of contract, based on the parking terms displayed on signs.
Not a Penalty: It’s not a penalty in the same way as a council-issued parking fine.
Options for Dealing with the Notice:
Appeal: You can appeal the PCN to GroupNexus within 28 days of issue.
Reduced Rate: If you appeal within a shorter timeframe (often 14 days), you might get a reduced charge if your appeal is rejected, as per Thrifty Family.
Independent Adjudication: If your appeal to GroupNexus is rejected, you may be able to escalate it to an independent appeals service (IAS) if they are a member of an accredited trade association.
Pay the Charge: You can pay the full charge or the reduced amount if applicable.
Ignore the Notice (at your own risk): Some people suggest that parking companies may not pursue small debts, but this is not guaranteed, and ignoring it could lead to further action, including court claims.
Court Action: GroupNexus may pursue court action for unpaid charges, which can include court fees and potentially costs if they win.
Protection of Freedoms Act: The Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 allows private parking companies to pursue registered keepers for unpaid charges, if they can’t identify the driver.
Important Considerations:
Signage:
Make sure you review the parking terms and conditions on the signage at the location to see if you might have a valid defense against the charge.
Evidence:
Gather any evidence that supports your case, such as photos of the parking area, payment receipts, or other relevant documentation.
Time Limits:
Pay close attention to the time limits for appealing or paying the charge to avoid losing your options.To preheat the interior of a Volkswagen Tayron PHEV, you can utilize the car’s climate control system through the infotainment touchscreen or the Volkswagen app. The specific steps may vary slightly depending on the exact model year and software version, but generally involve accessing the climate control settings and setting the desired temperature and fan speed, or using the pre-conditioning feature if available.
Here’s a more detailed explanation:
1. Using the Infotainment System:
Access Climate Control:
Locate the climate control icon on the main screen (usually at the bottom).
Adjust Settings:
Use the touch sliders or menus within the climate control section to set the desired temperature and fan speed.
Activate Pre-conditioning (if available):
Some Tayron PHEV models may have a dedicated pre-conditioning or pre-heat function within the climate control settings, allowing you to schedule or immediately activate the heating function.
2. Using the Volkswagen App:
Connect the car: Ensure your car is connected to the Volkswagen app.
Access Climate Control: Navigate to the climate control section within the app.
Adjust Settings: Set the desired temperature and fan speed.
Activate Pre-conditioning: If available, use the pre-conditioning function within the app to start heating the car remotely.
3. Additional Features:
Seat Heating:
If your Tayron PHEV is equipped with heated seats, you can also activate them through the infotainment system or the app, further enhancing interior comfort.
Steering Wheel Heating:
If you have the optional heated steering wheel, you can activate it through the same system or app, depending on the specific model features.Here’s why preheating while charging is a good idea:
Energy Source:
When preheating while plugged in, the car draws power from the charging source (the grid) rather than the battery, preserving battery capacity for driving.
Battery Health:
Preheating the battery to its optimal temperature range before driving improves charging efficiency and battery performance, particularly in colder temperatures.
Comfort:
Preheating the cabin makes for a more comfortable driving experience, especially in extreme weather conditions.
Convenience:
Many EVs allow you to schedule preheating through the car’s system or a mobile app, so you can have a warm or cool cabin ready when you’re ready to drive.You will only qualify for the offer on a full electric car but yes Motability is covered under the offer
1. About the VWG Charge Anytime Up to 30,000 Free Miles Offer (the “Retail Offer”)
1.1 The Retail Offer is available to eligible new and existing OVO customers who order a brand new fully-electric vehicle through Retail, Contract Hire or Motability from any of the brands listed at section 2 below (“Eligible EV”) between 1st July 2024 to the 30th September 2025 (the “Offer Period”) and add Charge Anytime to their account for use with that vehicle. This must be done within 3 months of vehicle handover (the “Redeemable Period”). Offer not available for customers who have already claimed Free Miles under a previous Volkswagen Group or OVO promotion.1.2 Customers will receive up to a total of 30,000 free miles over a period of 3 years. The first credit equal to up to 10,000 free miles of electric driving will be paid to your energy account within 60 days of you signing up for the Retail Offer and adding Charge Anytime. For each year you stay on Charge Anytime for the next 2 years, a further 10,000 free miles will be added to your account, up to a maximum of 30,000 free miles. These second and third credits will be applied to your account within 30 days of each anniversary of the date you signed up to Charge Anytime. The credits will be paid as sums in pounds sterling added to your account and may equate to less than 10,000 miles driving in real life depending on the efficiency of your selected vehicle, the configuration, driving style and other variable factors. See credit calculations in 3.4 below.
1.3 Anniversary free miles: If you remain signed up to Charge Anytime, then on the anniversary date of your sign-up to Charge Anytime, for a maximum of 3 years, we will credit your OVO account with up to 1,000 free miles of electric driving. The credit will be applied to your account within 30 days of each anniversary of the date you signed up to Charge Anytime. The credit will be paid as a sum in pounds sterling added to your account and may equate to less than 1,000 miles driving in real life depending on the efficiency of your selected vehicle, the configuration, driving style and other variable factors. See credit calculation assumptions in 3.4 below.
2. Eligibility
2.1 You will only be eligible for this Retail Offer if:you purchase a new Eligible EV from one of the following brands:
Volkswagen Passenger Cars UK
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles UK
CUPRA UK
Škoda UK
Audi UK
