Vehicle

Sunday, July 12, 2026 tax motoring electric ev hybrid mileage chancellor policy vehicle government

In a significant overhaul of the motoring tax system, outgoing Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed a new pay-per-mile tax targeting specific electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids. This levy, set to be introduced in … Read More

Friday, June 19, 2026 heat ukhsa drivers safety breakdown hydration summer vehicle precautions health

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued an amber heat-health alert across parts of England, effective until 8pm on Tuesday. In response, the AA and RAC are advising drivers to equip their cars with seven essential … Read More

Thursday, June 18, 2026 ved hgv tax vehicle reeves bvrla transport chancellor economy fuel

In a significant move to ease the financial burden on drivers and businesses, Rachel Reeves has announced a temporary reduction of Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) for heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) to just £1. This 12-month … Read More

Monday, June 15, 2026 driving insurance court fine learner perrybarr police brother vehicle penalty

A 23-year-old man from Perry Barr was fined nearly £400 after attempting to teach his 15-year-old brother to drive on a public road without insurance. Police stopped a white BMW on Gavin Way, Perry Barr, and found the … Read More

Friday, June 5, 2026 disqualified driver police birmingham bmw evasion arrest magistratescourt chase vehicle

Luke Raybould, a disqualified driver from Birmingham, made a failed attempt to escape police pursuit by hiding in the back seat of a BMW he had borrowed from a friend. According to details presented at Birmingham Magistrates' … Read More

Sunday, May 17, 2026 hmrc vat fuel tax co2 emissions charges 2026 vehicle fleet

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 … Read More