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How to comply with consumer law when selling car rental services.
Renting a car doesn’t always go smoothly. Things can go wrong before, during or after the rental, make sure you protect yourself by reading our advice.
How to safely use an electric scooter rented as part of a government trial.
How to account for VAT on vehicles and fuel you use for your business.
Taking your car out of the UK - when VAT is not payable on a car you're exporting, procedures, registration and vehicle tax.
How to apply for taxi and private hire vehicle (PHV) licences inside and outside London.
Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge Caldwell on 29 December 2025.
Rental Vehicle Security Scheme guidance
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