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Advisory fuel rates 2025
Latest update: 11 June 2025 - 2 min read
HMRC has announced the revised advisory fuel rates, applicable from 1 June 2025. See how they apply to both employees and employers.
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Expenses spreadsheet for small businesses [Free download]
Latest update: 15 May 2025 - 2 min read
Stay organised year-round with our simple revenue and expenses template for UK small businesses. Free download, no sign-up needed.
Electric car salary sacrifice: A comprehensive guide for UK employers
Latest update: 9 May 2025 - 10 min read
By offering an electric car salary sacrifice, your company cuts National Insurance contributions and reduces its carbon footprint. Learn how
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Free mileage log book template
Latest update: 7 May 2025 - 2 min read
Whether you're an employee or a business owner, it's crucial to keep good mileage records in a mileage log book.
Mileage claim calculator for the UK
Latest update: 27 March 2025 - 2 min read
Use HMRC mileage rates or enter your own. Calculate your 45p per mile car allowance, or choose motorcycle or bicycle rates.
Benefit in kind (BiK) tax on company cars
Latest update: 27 March 2025 - 2 min read
Find out how BiK tax on company cars is calculated and the current and future HMRC rates than apply.
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VAT on mileage claims: How to calculate and claim as an employer
Latest update: 26 March 2025 - 2 min read
Guide for employers: learn how to claim VAT on business mileage, what you can and can't claim, and how to calculate your VAT savings.
Business vehicle tracking solutions for smaller companies
Latest update: 24 March 2025 - 10 min read
Get an overview of vehicle tracking solutions for small businesses. Learn which solutions are easy to implement and cost-effective now.
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What you need to know about personal use of company cars
Latest update: 26 February 2025 - 2 min read
If you plan on using a company car for personal use, here's what you need to know about HMRC rules and possible taxation.
Employer’s guide: Car allowance vs. company cars
Latest update: 24 March 2025 - 5 min read
Find out the pros and cons of car allowance and company cars in the UK to determine which benefit will be better for your business.
HMRC travel expenses guidelines
Latest update: 2 June 2025 - 2 min read
This guide for employers, employees, and sole-traders offers an overview of what you need to know if you're seeking tax relief or reimbursement for travel expenses.
Small business mileage reimbursement
Latest update: 14 February 2025 - 2 min read
Small business owners and their employees are entitled to mileage reimbursement, so long as they drive for business purposes.
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HMRC mileage claim in the UK
Latest update: 14 February 2025 - 2 min read
If you use a car, van, motorcycle, or bicycle for business purposes, you may be able to claim mileage through your taxes.
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HMRC company car tax: What you need to know
Latest update: 14 February 2025 - 5 min read
In this blog article, you will gain an overview of what goes into calculating your company car tax. Emissions and list price are the most important factors.
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What expenses can I claim as self-employed?
Latest update: 13 February 2025 - 2 min read
This article provides a list of allowable expenses and tips for being tax-compliant with HMRC as a self-employed individual.
HMRC mileage rates 2025
Latest update: 11 February 2025 - 2 min read
The mileage allowance rates in the UK remain unchanged for the fourteenth year in a row. See how to apply the rates this tax year.
Claiming simplified expenses on your tax return
Latest update: 3 February 2025 - 5 min read
2024/25 guide to claiming simplified expenses on your self-assessment tax return
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Work-from-home allowance for the self-employed
Latest update: 6 January 2025 - 2 min read
Find out how to claim the work-from-home allowance as a self-employed individual using the simplified or proportion of costs method.
Advisory fuel rates 2024
Latest update: 27 November 2024 - 5 min read
HMRC has published the revised advisory fuel rates, applicable from 1 December 2024. See how they apply to your situation.
How to amend your HMRC tax return
Latest update: 27 September 2024 - 5 min read
Find out how far back you can amend a tax return in the UK, including the overpayment relief claim and amending beyond the time limit.
Electric car mileage rates 2024
Latest update: 16 September 2024 - 2 min read
See the current HMRC rates for claiming mileage on electric vehicles, whether you drive a private or company car for business.
Tax-free trading allowance for self-employed
Latest update: 29 August 2024 - 5 min read
Learn how you can earn up to £1,000 before paying tax with the HMRC trading allowance. Examples & key details for freelancers included.
Employee's guide to company cars and car allowance
Latest update: 28 August 2024 - 5 min read
Find out the pros and cons of getting a company car versus car allowance as an employee. Expenses and tax implications explained.
Employee guide to company cars
Latest update: 26 July 2024 - 5 min read
Examine the different schemes for acquiring a company car, and whether it's worthwhile - costs and company car tax considered.
How to claim the HMRC uniform laundry allowance
Latest update: 17 July 2024 - 2 min read
Find out when uniform laundry expenses are deductible, how much you can claim from HMRC, and how to do it. For employees and self-employed.
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Claiming subsistence allowance in the UK
Latest update: 9 July 2024 - 5 min read
Learn about claiming subsistence allowance, including subsistence expenses, travel and rules from HMRC, and how to claim subsistence correctly.
Motorcycle tax
Latest update: 1 July 2024 - 5 min read
Find out the current motorcycle tax rates and how to pay your vehicle tax to the DVLA. Article also contains possible road tax exemptions.
Guide to car tax rates in the UK
Latest update: 26 June 2024 - 2 min read
Find out what determines your road tax, the current tax bands, and how to calculate.
Guide to your vehicle log book (V5C)
Latest update: 24 June 2024 - 2 min read
Everything you need to know about your V5C log book, including its importance when selling, buying, and writing off your vehicle.
HMRC mileage log requirements
Latest update: 14 June 2024 - 2 min read
If you want to receive a mileage allowance, keeping a log book will be necessary. Here are things you must record to make your logs accurate and compliant.
Company car tax on electric cars
Latest update: 13 June 2024 - 2 min read
Learn how much electric company car tax is, how to calculate it, and the tax implications of choosing an electric company car.
Guide to business car insurance in the UK
Latest update: 6 June 2024 - 2 min read
Learn when business car insurance is needed and explore the different types of coverage available based on your profession and car use.
How to claim capital allowances on cars as self-employed
Latest update: 6 June 2024 - 5 min read
Learn how to utilise capital allowances to deduct the cost of purchasing a business vehicle in the UK.
How to cancel car tax
Latest update: 31 May 2024 - 2 min read
Everything you need to know about cancelling your vehicle tax in the UK, including reasons that apply and how to claim a refund from DVLA.
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HMRC mileage rate 2023
Latest update: 19 April 2024 - 2 min read
See the current HMRC pence per mile allowance rate for business-related travel for cars, motorcycles and bikes.
HMRC mileage rates 2024
Latest update: 22 April 2024 - 2 min read
HMRC mileage rates for tax year 2024/2025 are confirmed. See the current allowance rates and how they apply to your business driving.
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How to pick the best mile tracker app
Latest update: 25 April 2024 - 2 min read
Maintaining consistent and accurate records of trips without a mileage tracker app can be a chore. Here's how an app can make things easier.
UK drivers face unfair reimbursement rates compared to US and Australia
Latest update: 25 April 2024 - 2 min read
The HMRC mileage reimbursement rate has not been updated since 2011. The UK mileage rate is low, despite UK petrol prices rising.
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HMRC advisory fuel rates for 2023
Latest update: 23 April 2024 - 2 min read
HMRC updates the fuel advisory rates four times a year. Here you can see rates for March, April and May 2023, including the AER for electric vehicles.
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HMRC work from home tax relief
Latest update: 19 April 2024 - 2 min read
If you work from home, you might be eligible for a tax relief from HMRC. Read the blog article to see if you qualify and how to claim it.
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Denmark increases mileage rate due to rising fuel prices
Latest update: 25 April 2024 - 2 min read
As fuel prices rise Denmark is quick to increase mileage rates, while Canada, the UK, and the US don't respond to higher driving costs.
Introducing Driversnote for web
Latest update: 25 April 2024 - 2 min read
Introducing Driversnote for web - learn more about what's new. Bulk editing, quick actions, reporting, and changing routes on your trips.
Driversnote Teams
Latest update: 1 April 2022 - 2 min read
We're excited to officially announce the launch of our very own team mileage tracking solution...
Android auto-tracking
Latest update: 25 April 2024 - 2 min read
We're excited to let you know about the new introduced automatic tracking capabilities available in our Driversnote Android application.