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Salary Sacrifice

A Smarter Way To Drive Electric

Salary sacrifice is becoming an increasingly popular way for employees to drive a brand-new electric vehicle through their employer while benefiting from lower monthly costs and reduced tax contributions.

The scheme works by allowing employees to exchange part of their gross salary for an electric vehicle lease. Because payments are taken before tax and National Insurance contributions, many drivers can make noticeable savings compared to traditional personal leasing or finance agreements.

For employers, salary sacrifice can also provide a valuable employee benefit while supporting sustainability goals and reducing company National Insurance costs.

Whether you're exploring salary sacrifice for the first time or looking to introduce electric vehicles across your business, our team is here to help make the process feel clear and straightforward.

How Does Salary Sacrifice Work?

Salary sacrifice allows employees to lease an electric vehicle through their employer using deductions from their gross monthly salary.

The monthly payment often includes much more than just the vehicle itself. Depending on the agreement, packages can include servicing, maintenance, breakdown cover, insurance and road tax which ultimately helps make budgeting simpler and more predictable.

At the end of the agreement, the vehicle is returned and employees can choose whether to explore a new agreement depending on the options available through their employer.


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Benefits For Employees

  • Lower monthly costs through tax and National Insurance savings
  • Access to a brand-new electric vehicle
  • Fixed monthly budgeting with optional maintenance packages
  • Lower running costs compared to petrol and diesel vehicles
  • Access to the latest technology and safety features
  • No concerns around vehicle depreciation or resale value

Benefits For Employers

  • A valuable employee benefit that can support recruitment and retention
  • Potential National Insurance savings for the business
  • Support for sustainability and environmental targets
  • Opportunity to encourage the transition towards lower-emission driving
  • Flexible options for businesses of different sizes​
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Support From TMS Motor Group

At TMS Motor Group, we understand that salary sacrifice can feel unfamiliar at first, especially for businesses exploring electric driving for the first time.

Our team is here to help explain how the process works, discuss the available vehicle options and guide both employers and employees through the journey from initial enquiry through to delivery.

Because we represent multiple brands and vehicle types, we can help you explore a wide range of options and find a solution that suits your business and your drivers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can use a salary sacrifice scheme?

Salary sacrifice schemes are typically available to employees through participating employers, subject to eligibility criteria and employer approval.

Are salary sacrifice vehicles only available as electric cars?

Most modern salary sacrifice schemes focus on electric vehicles because of the tax advantages currently available in the UK.

Is insurance included in salary sacrifice?

Many salary sacrifice agreements include insurance alongside servicing, maintenance and breakdown cover, although this can vary depending on the provider and agreement.

Can employers offer salary sacrifice to all staff?

Eligibility can vary depending on salary levels, employment contracts and company policies. Our team can help explain the options available.

What happens at the end of the agreement?

At the end of the contract, the vehicle is returned and employees may have the option to begin a new agreement depending on their employer’s scheme.