Car Tax Changes Start Wednesday: Full VED Band List

Millions of drivers face new Vehicle Excise Duty rates from Wednesday, with updated bands for petrol, diesel, and electric vehicles. The changes include luxury car supplements and revised CO2-based fees.

HS2's Troubled Journey: High Costs and Delays

The HS2 high-speed rail project faces mounting criticism as costs soar past £100 billion and completion dates slip to the 2040s, with trains potentially running slower than promised.

Diesel Rationing Hits Isle of Man with £20 Limit

Fuel stations across the Isle of Man have introduced diesel rationing, limiting purchases to £20 per customer due to shortages linked to the Middle East crisis, with deliveries expected to resume soon.

M5 Junction Upgrade to Unlock 20,000 Homes by 2029

A major £372 million upgrade to junction 10 of the M5 in Gloucestershire is underway, expected to unlock land for 20,000 homes and support the Golden Valley development, creating thousands of jobs by 2029.

UK Driving Law Changes April 2026: Full List

A comprehensive overview of four new UK driving laws and rule changes set for April 2026, impacting vehicle tax, EV charges, driving tests, and pavement parking enforcement.

Longest Range EVs Named - No Tesla in Top Three

Consumer group Which? identifies the electric vehicles with the greatest battery range. The top three spots go to Volvo, BMW, and Mercedes models, with Tesla notably absent from the podium.

Motorhome Ban to Become Permanent in North Yorkshire

North Yorkshire Council plans to make a trial ban on motorhomes and campervans permanent at tourist hotspots like Scarborough's North Bay and Sandsend, following complaints about anti-social behavior and parking issues.

Moray Council Burghead Campervan Parking Pilot

Moray Council has announced a new pilot scheme allowing overnight stays for self-contained campervans and motorhomes at Station Road car park in Burghead from April 1 to November 30, 2026.

UK Tourists Face £32 Flight Tax Hike to Europe

A Labour government air passenger duty increase from April will cost UK air passengers an extra £600 million next year, with economy flights to Europe rising to £15 and premium classes to £32.

New Fuel Rate Hikes for All Vehicles from June 1

HMRC announces advisory fuel rate increases for petrol, diesel, electric, and LPG vehicles effective June 1, 2026, with experts warning of further price surges due to Middle East conflicts.

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