Disastrous 3p pay-per-mile tax warning for UK drivers
A think tank warns the UK's proposed pay-per-mile road pricing could deter electric vehicle adoption, citing a 'disastrous' precedent from New Zealand. Learn the risks for UK policy.
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EV Charging Point Growth Slows to Decade Low
The rollout of public EV chargers in the UK has hit its slowest pace in ten years, with growth falling below 20% in 2025. Experts blame rising costs and a new pay-per-mile tax. Read the full analysis.
Hybrid cars three times more deadly in crashes, data shows
New DfT analysis shows hybrid car crashes are three times more likely to be fatal than petrol or diesel incidents. Discover the safety risks and the impact of new road taxes.
Hybrid drivers hit with double tax from 2028
Plug-in hybrid owners will pay a 1.5p-per-mile electric vehicle duty on top of fuel tax from 2028, a move industry leaders call 'punitive'. Discover the full impact.
EVs Save £1,450 a Year Despite New Road Tax
New analysis reveals second-hand electric car owners can still save nearly £1,500 annually, even with Labour's planned 3p per mile charge. Discover the top models for savings.
Pay-per-mile tax may push up petrol car prices
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' new pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles could inadvertently make new petrol and diesel cars more expensive, warn industry experts. Read the full analysis.
New 3p-per-mile car tax could cost EV drivers £438 more
Labour's Autumn Budget introduces a new mileage levy for electric vehicles, potentially leaving drivers who rely on public chargers £438 worse off per year than petrol car owners. Find out how the changes affect you.
2p-per-mile EV charge plan for homes without driveways
New government plans aim to slash electric car charging costs to just 2p per mile for households without private parking. The reforms will cut red tape and fees for installing cross-pavement chargers.
UK Faces 719-Mile Snow Storm in January 2026
The UK is set for a colossal 719-mile-wide snow storm on January 2, 2026, with up to one inch per hour forecast for Scotland. Prepare for major travel disruption.
Drivers face double tax under pay-per-mile plan
UK motorists could be taxed twice for driving abroad under a new pay-per-mile scheme, adding £45.90 to a French holiday trip. Critics call the policy 'unfair and a huge flaw'. Read the full analysis.
Warning over 'clocking' to beat new pay-per-mile car tax
Experts warn drivers may tamper with odometers to avoid Labour's new electric vehicle tax. Treasury considers enforcement crackdown as scheme aims to raise £1.9bn by 2030.
EV pay-per-mile tax a 'guinea pig' for all drivers
FairFuelUK founder Howard Cox warns the new 3p per mile electric car tax is the first step towards digital tracking and charges for every vehicle. Discover the potential impact on motorists and government revenue.
Car Insurance Rules to Tighten After Pay-Per-Mile Tax
UK motorists warned of tougher car insurance checks following Chancellor's pay-per-mile tax plan. Experts advise honesty on mileage to avoid policy consequences.
New 3p per mile EV tax could rise to 10p
Labour announces a new pay-per-mile car tax of 3p for EVs and 1.5p for plug-in hybrids from 2028. Experts warn it's the 'thin end of the wedge' and could quickly rise to 10p per mile.
New £150 Tax for Drivers Doing 5,000 Miles
The Government confirms a new pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles. Find out how much you'll pay and when it starts.
MOT Centres to Check Mileage for New EV Tax
Labour's new pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles will be calculated at annual MOT tests from 2028. Discover how the eVED system works and what it means for UK drivers.
Christmas Eve Quiz: Can You Answer These Tricky Questions?
Challenge your wits this Christmas Eve with our festive trivia quiz. From Formula One to Nobel Prizes and Discworld, see how many answers you know. Try it now!
Knifepoint robber targets Tamworth Morrisons Daily
Police are appealing for witnesses after a masked robber armed with a knife stole cash from a Morrisons Daily in Tamworth. The incident occurred on Ellerbeck, Stonydelph.
Petrol drivers face 17p per mile charges in December
UK petrol drivers are paying an average of 17p per mile this December, with a 1000-mile trip costing £173. RAC warns of a costly Christmas on the roads. Read more for the full breakdown and expert comment.
Daily Quiz: Croissants, Bond and Victorian Rarities
Challenge yourself with our Tuesday trivia quiz. Questions cover history, film, and bizarre Victorian customs. See how many answers you know!
Serious Tamworth Crash: Woman Injured, Air Ambulance Called
A woman suffered serious injuries in a two-car collision off the A453 in Mile Oak, Tamworth. Emergency services, including an air ambulance, attended the scene. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Policy Confusion Risks Slowing UK Electric Vehicle Adoption
AA report reveals UK drivers are hesitant to switch to electric vehicles due to mixed government messages and rising costs. Read the full analysis and what's needed for change.
Drivers set to refuse EVs after Labour announcements
AA data reveals fragile EV readiness as policy U-turns and pay-per-mile tax plans deter millions. Experts warn of a setback for UK's green transport goals.
EV drivers face charge for overseas mileage from 2028
Labour confirms new Electric Vehicle Excise Duty (eVED) will apply to mileage driven outside the UK. Find out how the 3p-per-mile charge will work and what it means for drivers.
EV Truck Maker Bollinger Motors Files for Bankruptcy
US electric truck manufacturer Bollinger Motors ceases operations and files for bankruptcy, as UK plans for a controversial pay-per-mile tax on EVs face legal challenges.
UK's 3p Per Mile EV Tax Could Breach Human Rights
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's proposed pay-per-mile charge for electric vehicles faces legal warnings over taxing foreign travel. Experts say it may breach human rights. Read the full analysis.
Octopus Energy to Cover £255 EV Tax for Drivers
Octopus EV will absorb the new 3p per-mile road tax for its existing lease customers until 2028. The move rewards early adopters and keeps electric driving affordable.
Daily Quiz: Questions on Bond, Friends, and Trivia
Challenge yourself with our Tuesday quiz! Questions range from Roger Moore's Bond debut to Ross Geller's second wife in Friends. See how many answers you know and check yesterday's solutions.
AA: Pay-per-mile tax could backfire on Labour
AA President Edmund King warns Chancellor Rachel Reeves' new 3p per mile electric vehicle tax, due in 2028, may discourage drivers from switching. Discover the potential impact on EV sales and the industry's response.
New Pay-Per-Mile Car Tax Announced for EV Drivers
UK drivers of electric and plug-in hybrid cars will face a new pay-per-mile tax from April 2028. Find out the rates and how it could affect your motoring costs.
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