A: The regulations regarding double cab pickups have been updated. Double cab pickups acquired after 1 April 2025 (for companies) or 6 April 2025 (of income tax purposes) will be classified as cars for capital allowance and benefit in kind purposes. Those purchased before these dates may continue to be treated as vans under transitional arrangements until the earliest of the following: the vehicle is sold, the lease expires, or 5 April 2029.
Further guidance is available in the HMRC internal manuals:
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