Category : Traffic Updates


DVLA Blocks 400+ Offensive Plates Before March 26 Launch

The DVLA has prohibited more than 400 potentially offensive number plate combinations from being issued with the new '26' series launching on March 1, 2026, to prevent inappropriate registrations from appearing on UK roads.

Drivers: Check Car Tax Before April 2026 Rise

Motorists must check their V5C logbooks by April 1, 2026, as Vehicle Excise Duty increases will affect petrol, diesel, and electric cars, with high-emission vehicles facing the biggest hikes.

New Pay-Per-Mile Tax for EVs Detailed by Labour

Labour ministers have outlined how the new pay-per-mile vehicle tax will operate, confirming no trackers will be installed in cars. The tax targets electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles starting in 2028.

A38 Roadworks Create Traffic Chaos in Birmingham

Planned roadworks on the A38 Lancaster Circus Flyover have caused severe delays and closures on key routes into Birmingham, with heavy traffic reported on the A38(M) Aston Expressway and surrounding roads.

Pay-Per-Mile Car Tax to Expand to All UK Drivers

A new pay-per-mile car tax system, initially for electric vehicles, is set to expand to all drivers in the UK, including petrol and diesel vehicles, as part of a structural shift in motoring taxation.

AA Warns Drivers Over 70 About Licence Renewal Rules

The AA has issued a crucial reminder to all drivers aged 70 and above, highlighting the legal requirement to renew their driving licence every three years. The process involves no fee or retest but requires medical and eyesight declarations.

New Fuel Finder Rule for UK Drivers in Effect

A new regulation requiring fuel retailers to report price changes within 30 minutes has been implemented under the Fuel Finder scheme, aiming to help drivers save money by providing real-time pricing data.

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