The Car Tax Hike: What You Need to Know
The news has left many motorists feeling frustrated and concerned about the impact on their finances. The increase in car tax will affect drivers who own vehicles with a higher engine size, as well as those who drive more frequently. Here are some key points to consider:
READ MORE UK faces 7cm snow on Saturday and Sunday with six counties in England pummelled Rates for cars emitting 1-50 g/km of CO2, including hybrid vehicles, will increase to £110 for 2025-26. Rates for cars emitting 51-75 g/km of CO2, including hybrid vehicles, will increase to £130 for 2025-26. All other rates for cars emitting 76 g/km of CO2 and above will double from their current level for 2025-26. From April 2025, electric vehicle owners and road users and drivers and motorists will also start paying the standard rate of VED (£195/year). If your EV’s original list price was £40,000 or higher, be prepared for the additional Expensive Car Supplement.
The UK’s electric vehicle (EV) market has experienced significant growth in recent years, driven by government incentives, decreasing battery costs, and increasing consumer awareness.
The Rise of Electric Vehicles in the UK
The UK’s electric vehicle (EV) market has experienced rapid growth in recent years, with the number of plug-in hybrid cars and fully electric cars on the road increasing significantly.