Dutch government to raise age limit for tax-friendly classic car scheme
Starting in 2026, the Dutch government will gradually increase the age limit for the youngtimer tax arrangement from 15 to 25 years. This change affects company car owners and classic car enthusiasts, potentially increasing costs for those using older vehicles for business purposes.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Policy Change | Tightening of youngtimer arrangement |
| New Age Limit | Gradually increased to 25 years |
| Effective Year | 2026 |
| Budgetary Impact | Neutral, with high uncertainty |
| Assessment Body | CPB Netherlands Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis |
| Target Group | Company car owners, classic car users |
The CPB Netherlands Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis plays a crucial role in evaluating the financial and economic impacts of proposed policy changes, including tax regulations. Their assessments help the Dutch government make informed decisions on fiscal measures that affect citizens and businesses.
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Certification of tightening of youngtimer arrangement
The CPB assesses the budgetary estimate of an amendment to the 2026 Tax Plan. The measure involves tightening the youngtimer arrangement in the addition for company cars. The age limit for cars under the arrangement will be gradually increased to 25 years. The CPB considers the estimates of the budgetary effects of the measure reasonable and neutral, albeit with a high degree of uncertainty.
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