Navigating VAT in the automotive & mobility industry

See where VAT recovery opportunities are often missed in your industry

Up to

25%

May be eligible for VAT recovery, offering significant savings!

Benefits

Maximise budgets

Foreign VAT exposure often results
from VAT incurred on:

Tooling and moulding costs

Reclaim VAT on tools, moulds, casts, and cradles used to produce specialised parts and components for export or manufacturing.

Tooling and moulding costs

Automotive testing and import costs

Recover VAT on testing facility rentals and import VAT paid on parts and vehicles moved across borders for certification and compliance testing.

Automotive testing and import costs

Warranty and repair services

Reclaim VAT on outsourced repairs and replacement parts supplied under manufacturer warranties in foreign markets.

Warranty and repair services

Car rentals and fleet repairs

VAT recovery available on rental costs, servicing, parts, and labour – especially relevant for businesses managing or supporting large fleets.

Car rentals and fleet repairs

The automotive and mobility industry loses millions in unclaimed VAT refunds every year

The automotive sector operates across vast supply chains and fast-changing regulatory environments, making VAT recovery a complex task. From OEMs to suppliers and consultancies, VAT IT helps businesses identify opportunities and recover foreign VAT across production, logistics, R&D, events, and more. We make compliance simple and recovery efficient – so your team can focus on what drives growth.

Other high value expenses

Automotive and mobility industry FAQs

Explore our FAQs to learn how VAT recovery can support your industry, improve efficiency, and help you save more.

What VAT can automotive and mobility companies reclaim?

Typical recoverable costs include tooling and moulding, testing and import charges, warranty and repair services, and car rentals or fleet maintenance.

How can automotive companies ensure they’re complying with VAT laws?

By keeping valid tax invoices, applying the right VAT rules for each market, and ensuring all claims are properly documented.

How does VAT IT support the automotive sector?

We manage the reclaim process end to end, ensure compliance, and maximise recovery across global operations.

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