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UK Plans VAT on Luxury Cars, Threatens Disabled Access

11/16/2025

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The UK Government is weighing Motability reforms and could impose VAT on luxury cars to raise £1 billion.
The plan could curb access to BMW and Audi, which account for 6% of the Motability fleet.
Critics say the changes would burden disabled motorists who rely on these vehicles.
The Scottish Government urges Labour to abandon the proposals.
Motability Operations emphasizes offering a diverse range of vehicles to meet individual needs.

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Story summary

The UK Government is weighing Motability reforms and could impose VAT on luxury cars to raise £1 billion.
The plan could curb access to BMW and Audi, which account for 6% of the Motability fleet.
Critics say the changes would burden disabled motorists who rely on these vehicles.
The Scottish Government urges Labour to abandon the proposals.
Motability Operations emphasizes offering a diverse range of vehicles to meet individual needs.