13 New Tax Bands for Cars Registered After 2017
A detailed breakdown of the 13 new vehicle tax bands for petrol and diesel cars registered after April 2017, including CO2-based rates, diesel surcharges, and luxury car fees.
Category : Traffic Updates
Midlands Snow Alert: 450-Mile Arctic Blast Hits UK
A massive 450-mile snowstorm is forecast to blanket 29 UK towns and cities from February 16, with Midlands areas including Birmingham facing significant snowfall and icy temperatures.
59 Car Models Hit by £5,690 Tax Rise in April
A staggering £2,745 increase in Vehicle Excise Duty for 59 models emitting over 255g/km CO2. Full list of affected cars from Audi to Rolls-Royce.
£200 Car Tax Hike Confirmed for Drivers from April 2026
The Government is set to confirm new vehicle excise duty rates, with most drivers facing a £200 annual tax payment. Electric vehicle owners will also be impacted.
Snow Forecast for Midlands This Weekend
Weather maps show significant snowfall heading for the Midlands from Friday, with Scotland potentially seeing up to 51 inches. The cold snap is expected to last through Tuesday.
Road Tax 2026 Increase Confirmed: Key Details
The UK Government has confirmed Vehicle Excise Duty increases for 2026, including new per-mile charges for electric and hybrid vehicles, with rates rising in line with inflation.
New £300 Charge for Drivers Doing 10,000 Miles Announced
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a new pay-per-mile tax for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, with charges of up to £300 annually for high-mileage drivers from 2028.
£40 Fuel Savings for State Pensioners via New Scheme
England's state pensioners are set to benefit from £40 annual savings at petrol pumps through the government-backed Fuel Finder initiative, which mandates real-time price updates.
Birmingham Bus Lane Fines Surge After Camera Change
Thousands of drivers have been penalised on Broad Street after Birmingham City Council repositioned a bus lane camera to improve enforcement accuracy.
West Midlands Road Safety Commissioner Pushes Vision Zero
Dr Mat MacDonald, West Midlands Road Safety Commissioner, outlines ambitious plans to eliminate road deaths by 2040 through speed enforcement, infrastructure changes and sustainable transport promotion.
Hidden Cameras and Dashcams Transform Road Policing
Police forces across the UK are increasingly utilising dashcam footage and hidden camera technology to prosecute dangerous drivers, creating a new era of public-assisted road safety enforcement.
DVLA Eyesight Licence Revocations in 2026
The DVLA will cancel driving licences in 2026 over eyesight conditions, with over 35,000 banned recently. New mandatory tests for over-70s may increase revocations.
Red Light Cameras Return to West Midlands After 14 Years
New red light cameras are set to be installed in the West Midlands to combat dangerous driving, part of a broader strategy aiming for zero road deaths by 2040.
A4545 Closed Near Airport Due to Flooding
The A4545 in the West Midlands is closed in both directions near Birmingham Airport due to severe flooding, causing major traffic disruption for travellers and businesses.
M6 Drug Driver Arrested After Police Tactical Stop
Staffordshire Police arrested a driver suspected of drug driving on the M6 motorway following a reported incident. The passenger was also wanted by authorities.
Family Urges Mandatory Driving Retests Every Decade
A grieving family calls for all drivers to retake tests every 10 years after a fatal crash involving an older motorist, sparking a national safety debate.
New Rules Proposed to Tackle Dazzling Headlights
The UK government is considering new driving regulations to address the growing problem of blinding headlights, following research showing 92% of motorists have been dazzled.
Highway Code Review Planned by Labour Government
The Labour government is considering further updates to the Highway Code, acknowledging that more work is needed to improve road safety for all users following the 2022 changes.
£1,000 Fine Warning for Headlight Flashing Drivers
Motorists could face £1,000 penalties for misusing headlights to signal other drivers, with experts warning this common practice violates Highway Code rules.
New Police Unit Targets Five Deadly Driving Offences
Sussex Police introduces the Fatal Five Unit, a specialised team focusing on drink-driving, speeding, seatbelt neglect, distraction, and careless driving to reduce serious collisions.
Car Parcel Shelf Theft Warning for UK Drivers
Motorists across Britain are being warned about a surge in parcel shelf thefts from vehicle boots. Experts reveal these specific car parts are targeted for their high resale value online.
Three-Minute Windscreen Defrosting Sequence Revealed
Motoring experts share the precise button-pushing order that can clear icy windscreens in just three minutes as temperatures are set to plummet across the UK.
Labour Road Safety Plan Faces Realism Inquiry
The Transport Committee launches inquiry into Labour's Road Safety Strategy, questioning its realism and effectiveness in reducing fatalities by 65% by 2035.
£200 Car Tax Blow for Millions of UK Drivers
Millions of motorists face a £5 increase in vehicle tax to £200 annually from April 2026, with electric vehicle owners also impacted by new charges.
Daily Highway Code Breaks: Drivers Unaware of Headlight Rules
Many drivers in the UK are breaking the Highway Code daily by flashing headlights to signal or thank others, unaware this can lead to fines up to £1,000 for safety reasons.
£2,500 Fine Risk for Windscreen Wiper Mistakes
Millions of UK drivers risk substantial fines and penalty points for failing to maintain windscreen wipers and washer fluid, with MOT data revealing widespread non-compliance.
Rotten Egg Smell in Car? February Warning for Drivers
Motorists are urged to take action if they detect a rotten egg odour in their vehicles this February, as it signals potential battery damage and safety risks.
Fuel Finder Tool Helps Drivers Save Money Instantly
A new government online tool requires fuel stations to provide real-time price updates, helping drivers quickly find the cheapest petrol and diesel in their local area.
Elderly Drivers Risk Fines Over DVLA Rule
Drivers aged 70+ must renew their licence every three years, but data shows many delay, risking £1,000 fines and invalid insurance.
£440 Tax Hike for Petrol Drivers as EV Threshold Rises
Drivers of petrol and diesel vehicles face a £440 annual tax increase from April as Labour raises the luxury car supplement threshold to £50,000 exclusively for electric vehicles.
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