Drivers who won't pay car tax in 2026 revealed
Discover the specific circumstances where UK motorists can legally avoid paying Vehicle Excise Duty from 2026, including classic cars and disability vehicles. Learn the new rules.
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Birmingham police tow six cars in untaxed vehicle crackdown
Police in Birmingham have seized six vehicles from one street in a new operation targeting untaxed cars. One car had not been taxed since 2018. Drivers are warned to ensure compliance.
Kia is the UK's most reliable car brand, expert says
Motoring expert Mike Brewer reveals Kia as the UK's most reliable car brand, with models 'never coming back' for repairs. Discover the data behind the claim.
MOT Test: Drivers Warned to Budget £200 for Repairs
Motorists are urged to plan ahead as experts recommend budgeting £200 for potential repairs ahead of an MOT test. Learn how to prepare and why the test needs modernising.
EV Breakthrough: Cars Could Power Homes for Two Days
A new Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) charging breakthrough could let electric vehicles power UK homes for up to two days, slashing energy bills. Discover the smart tech changing energy use.
Mercedes-Benz £20m UK investment creates 150 jobs
Mercedes-Benz is investing £20m in the UK, creating 150 high-skilled jobs in Northamptonshire and Oxfordshire to boost electric vehicle manufacturing. Read more.
Self-Driving Vehicles Could Hit UK Roads in 2026
The UK government announces live trials for autonomous vehicles starting in months, aiming for 2026 rollout. Plan promises 38,000 jobs and £42bn economic boost by 2035.
Mercedes-Benz £20m UK investment creates 150 jobs
Mercedes-Benz announces a major £20 million investment in the UK, creating 150 high-skilled jobs. The government is contributing £10 million to boost the nation's electric vehicle transition. Read the full details.
UK's 2030 Petrol & Diesel Car Ban: What You Need to Know
A major UK driving law change in 2030 will ban new petrol and diesel car sales. Discover how this shift to electric vehicles will affect millions of households and the challenges ahead.
Car tax rule change for disabled drivers from April 2025
Disabled drivers in England will benefit from a Vehicle Excise Duty change from April 2025, making adapted electric vehicles more affordable. Discover how the Autumn Budget supports cleaner mobility.
EV drivers could save £3,750 under expanded Labour grant
Millions more electric vehicle drivers can save £3,750 as Labour adds four new models to the Electric Car Grant scheme, backed by £1.3bn in Autumn Budget funding. See the full list.
New Mini and Renault models added to £3,750 EV grant
Drivers in England can now save £3,750 on four new electric models, including the MINI Countryman and Renault 5. The grant scheme now supports 40 vehicles.
Drivers ditch Tesla for Chinese electric cars, study finds
New research reveals a significant shift in the UK and European EV market, with trust in Chinese brands rising as Tesla's novelty fades. Discover the data and the impact of the new pay-per-mile levy.
Car bosses urge EU to stick to 2035 petrol car ban
Volvo and Polestar CEOs urge the EU to hold firm on the 2035 petrol car ban, warning that pausing it is a 'bad idea' as Germany lobbies to soften the deadline. Read the full story.
EV Owners Face £49 Monthly Charging Cost Rise
Electric vehicle owners in the UK could see a £49 monthly increase in charging costs from January due to the rising Ofgem price cap. Get the corrected facts here.
London EV drivers face new daily Congestion Charge
Sadiq Khan's plan to end the Cleaner Vehicle Discount could penalise early EV adopters, warns AA. Discover the impact on London's air quality goals.
Used EV leasing surges 166% in the UK
UK drivers are turning to used EV leasing, with a 166% surge. Discover how salary sacrifice makes electric cars affordable and why the used market is struggling.
Genesis EV home charging deal costs under £6
Genesis partners with Ohme for exclusive home EV charging. Drivers with driveways can fully charge for less than £6. Discover how to slash your electric car running costs.
Bentley seized and nine arrests in police crackdown
West Midlands Police seized 66 uninsured vehicles, including a Bentley, and made nine arrests during a major 24-hour road safety operation. Discover the full results of the crackdown.
New 3p Per Mile EV Tax Sparks Industry Backlash
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' new pay-per-mile levy for electric and hybrid vehicles faces criticism from industry leaders who warn it could deter EV adoption and boost petrol demand.
Search and Rescue Vehicles Exempt from Car Tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Vehicle Excise Duty exemption for search and rescue vehicles from April 2027, saving teams thousands in fundraising. Discover the full details.
Classic Car Tax Exemption Confirmed for 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms Vehicle Excise Duty exemption for classic cars over 40 years will continue. Discover what this means for owners and the £3bn industry.
Reeves' Second Budget Unveils Tax Rises and Support
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers her second Budget with tax increases on alcohol, property and income to fill a £7.6bn fiscal gap, while scrapping the two-child benefit cap to lift 450,000 children from poverty.
New £300 pay-per-mile tax for EV drivers announced
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a new pay-per-mile tax for electric and hybrid vehicles from 2028. Drivers could pay up to £300 annually. Discover how this affects you.
Birmingham teens in court for car cannibalism
Two 18-year-olds from Birmingham appear in court charged with conspiracy to steal cars and parts in a spree targeting a dozen vehicles across the city. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
New EV Tax: 3p-Per-Mile Charge from 2028
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new pay-per-mile tax for electric and hybrid vehicles starting April 2028. Find out how this will impact drivers and the industry.
Budget 2025: Car tax rise for petrol and diesel drivers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Vehicle Excise Duty will rise with inflation from 2026, hitting petrol and diesel drivers. Electric vehicle pay-per-mile charge confirmed for 2028.
Six major driver announcements in Autumn Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils six major changes for UK drivers including EV grants, pay-per-mile tax and fuel duty freeze. Full details on the Autumn Budget measures.
Labour's £474 Car Tax and New EV Mileage Charge
Labour's Autumn Budget hikes the Expensive Car Supplement threshold to £50,000 and introduces a 3p per mile EV tax. Discover how these changes affect your wallet.
Pay-Per-Mile EV Tax Confirmed in Budget Leak
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget will introduce a new pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles from 2028, as confirmed by a leaked OBR forecast. Discover how this and other tax changes will impact you.
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