James Taylor

External Relations Lead

James is a comms leader who manages PR & public affairs at Pod - ensuring the business has a prominent voice across media and industry, while also keeping a close eye on policy, regulation and other matters that impact the EV sector. Through positions on trade bodies and industry groups, as well as working directly with government, he shapes the environment that enables everyday drivers to switch to EVs, as the UK continues to electrify at pace.

Articles by James Taylor

Living with an EV Costs

The Electric Car Grant: A Complete Guide

Everything you need to know about the recently announced Electric Car Grant, ahead of discounts for private buyers being applied to eligible EV models in the upcoming weeks

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November 2025, 5 min read

Living with an EV

What is the Market-Wide Half-Hourly Settlement (MHHS) Reform?

A guide explaining the new MHHS reform by Ofgem, why it’s being introduced, and how it aims to modernise the UK’s electricity system.

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November 2025, 4 min read

Business

Benefit in Kind (BIK) Electric Car Tax Guide

The complete guide to Benefit in Kind, sometimes referred to as electric company car tax, covering what a company and employee need to contribute and how it is calculated.

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November 2025, 8 min read

Business

Electric vehicle (EV) charging legislation for developments in the UK

An overview of how Building Regulations changed in 2022 to ensure the provision of chargepoints in developments in England, along with a summary of the requirements in other parts of the UK.

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November 2025, 5 min read

Business

Workplace Charging Scheme for State-Funded Schools

A complete guide to the grant, including eligibility criteria and how it can help state-funded education institutions reduce the costs of installing electric vehicle chargers.

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November 2025, 4 min read