“With 8 months of success under our belt, we’re proud of how the scheme is supporting our employees, our organisation, and our planet. At Sanctuary Housing, this is more than a benefit—it’s a step toward a sustainable future.”

Tusker
Tusker Car Scheme offers an affordable, convenient and greener way of driving, through salary sacrifice. Employees can choose from a wide range of vehicles, including new and Pre-loved EVs and ULEVs, with costs like insurance, maintenance, and breakdown included in a single monthly amount taken from their pre-tax salary.

Tusker
The Tusker car scheme is a valuable employee benefit that provides both financial and environmental advantages. For employees, it offers an affordable way to drive a car with a simplified, inclusive package. For employers, it supports sustainability goals, attracts talent, and reduces National Insurance contributions. With flexible options and extensive support, Tusker’s car scheme is an effective way to promote greener transportation and enhance employee satisfaction.
The main benefits: Employers
- Fits with sustainability objectives – a way to reduce Scope 3 emissions and improve environmental credentials
- Employee attraction and retention – a meaningful addition to your benefits package demonstrating a commitment to employee financial wellbeing
- Easy to implement – Tusker manage most of the administrative processes, minimising the time and resources needed from HR and payroll teams
- Reduced NI contributions – employers pay lower NI as salaries are reduced, adding to the value of the programme
- Lifestyle protections – should an employee leave the organisation, there aren’t any fees for the employer or employee to pay, in a range of circumstances
For Employees:
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- Cost savings
- Employees can drive a car of their choice while saving on tax and National Insurance contributions, especially on EVs and ULEVs. This makes driving a car through salary sacrifice more affordable than traditional financing or leasing options
- Avoid high fuel expenses with an EV – Zap-Map estimate the average savings on fuel to be around £1200 a year alone.
- No deposit or hidden costs – one single monthly amount comes from the employee’s salary
- Cost savings
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- Inclusive – insurance, routine servicing, maintenance, and roadside assistance are included, so employees don’t have to worry about unexpected car expenses
- Reduced carbon footprint – employees who choose EVs or ULEVs reduce their carbon footprint as Tusker offset all the charging and any tailpipe emissions from the cars
- Flexibility and choice – Tusker’s scheme also supports flexibility and choice. Employees can select from a wide variety of vehicles, from compact city cars to spacious SUVs, ensuring there’s an option to suit their lifestyle and preferences.

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Client testimonials
“We view the scheme as a way to support our employees in times of need, but it’s also a part of the wider support system we offer through our benefits program. It’s there when employees need it, and that’s what makes it such a valuable part of our rewards strategy.”
“It’s a great benefit that works for everyone. Whether it’s our senior staff or someone on a tighter budget, the scheme gives people access to a reliable car without the usual financial headaches.”