HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is facing criticism for imposing substantial Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax charges on diesel vehicle drivers, as new rates introduced at the start of the financial year in April remain in place. …
With Andy Burnham now Prime Minister, the Labour government is revisiting its solid fuel burning regulations as part of the Environmental Improvement Plan (EIP). The proposals aim to introduce stricter emission limits for …
Andy Burnham is poised to become Prime Minister on Monday, and experts are urging him to spearhead significant reforms in motoring laws that could benefit drivers across fuel types—petrol, diesel, and electric alike. The …
Since its launch on June 1, 2021, Birmingham’s Clean Air Zone (CAZ) has been operational 24/7 to improve air quality in the city centre. Drivers need to be fully aware of the CAZ boundaries, rules, charges, and potential …
A new set of fireplace regulations is poised to take effect under Andy Burnham’s upcoming leadership as Prime Minister. The newly elected Labour MP for Makerfield will oversee the Environmental Improvement Plan (EIP), which …
Drivers risk facing fines totaling up to £10,000 by ignoring four common yet critical vehicle issues, according to findings from Yell. The company highlights engine management light warnings, low tyre pressure, squeaky …
The UK government has introduced new proposals aimed at tightening regulations on wood and log burners in all homes across England. Following consultations in January after Christmas, the Labour Party is pushing for stronger …
Diesel vehicles are on the brink of disappearing from UK roads as businesses increasingly adopt electric fleets, driven by significant cost advantages. New data reveals that diesel fuel accounts for about 33% of total …
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has unveiled the updated road fuel scale charges that will apply from May 1, 2026, through April 30, 2027. These charges are intended to capture VAT on fuel purchased by businesses but used for …
Rachel Reeves has confirmed a new pay-per-mile car tax set to affect millions of electric and hybrid vehicle owners starting April 2028. Under the upcoming scheme, electric vehicle (EV) drivers will be charged 3p per mile, …
HMRC has announced revised VAT road fuel scale charges effective from May 1, 2026, which could lead to increased costs for drivers of petrol and diesel business vehicles. These changes affect how businesses calculate VAT on …
The DVLA has officially ended the vehicle tax exemption for electric cars, instituting a new £200 flat fee for most EV owners starting April 2026. Since April 2025, electric vehicles (EVs) have not been exempt from Vehicle …
Drivers of cars registered between 2017 and 2025 face a new Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) charge of £560 under the updated tax bands confirmed by Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves. This increased charge applies to vehicles emitting …
Starting this April, drivers of larger vehicles, particularly heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), will encounter new environmental taxes through higher Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) rates and increased HGV road user levies. These …
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has introduced new Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax rates effective this week, impacting thousands of company car drivers across the UK. These changes affect drivers of petrol, diesel, and electric …