We want to inform you about an important change to the tax treatment of double cab pickups that may impact businesses using or acquiring these vehicles for employees to use privately.
Under the current rules, double cab pickups can be treated as a van benefit for tax purposes, offering favourable tax treatment. These rules will continue to apply until 5 April 2029 for:
- Existing double cab pickups currently in use
- Double cab pickups purchased, leased, or ordered before 6 April 2025
For vehicles acquired after 6 April 2025, new tax rules will apply. Most double cab pickups are expected to be classified as cars when calculating the benefit charge going forward.
Given the upcoming deadline, we want to ensure that clients are fully aware of these changes when considering replacing their current pickups. To take advantage of the transitional arrangement, please ensure you act before 6 April 2025.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
