Finland government debates fuel relief and electric vehicle taxes

The Finnish government is currently negotiating measures to alleviate the impact of rising fuel prices on citizens and businesses. One potential strategy under discussion is increasing taxes on electric vehicles to offset the costs of high petrol and diesel prices.

The Finns Party and the Christian Democrats have advocated for a temporary reduction in the fuel distribution obligation. In contrast, the Swedish People's Party of Finland has expressed strong opposition to this measure, arguing it would not impact fuel prices quickly enough. The National Coalition Party appears to have some room for negotiation on the matter.

Specifically, the Finns Party has proposed increasing the vehicle tax for fully electric cars, which consists of a basic tax and a power-based tax.

Separately, experts suggest that drivers can mitigate high fuel costs through better vehicle maintenance and driving habits. Key recommendations include regular servicing, maintaining proper brake function to ensure smooth rolling, ensuring correct wheel alignment, and checking tire pressure monthly to reduce rolling resistance.