New vehicle laws are coming into effect in the UK from today.
These include significant changes for electric vehicles (EVs), diesel, petrol vehicles and goods vehicles.
The UK’s HMRC has implemented new Advisory Fuel Rates (AFRs) from today (December 1).
Travel allowances for diesel company cars have been reduced.
The AFR for diesel cars over 2,000cc has been reduced from 18ppm (pence per mile) to 17ppm.
The AFR for 1,601-2,000cc diesel cars has been reduced from 14ppm to 13ppm.
The AFR for diesel cars under 1,600cc has been reduced from 12ppm to 11ppm.
The charges for petrol company cars have also been reduced.
New rules for goods vehicles:
From 21 February 2024, all new HGVs used for international journeys must be fitted with a "Smart Tachograph 2".
It is now mandatory for older vehicles to be fitted by 31 December 2024.
Electric vehicle charging infrastructure:
Electric vehicle charger operators who fail to offer contactless payment at charging points with a power of 8kW or more will face a fine of £10,000 per charger.
The new rules will also ensure that charging points are 99% operational.
Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate:
From 1 January 2024, car manufacturers will have to ensure that at least 22% of their car sales and 10% of their van sales are fully electric under the ZEV mandate.
Manufacturers who fail to meet this target will face a fine of £15,000.
These new laws are designed to encourage pollution reduction and bring about changes in the automotive trade.
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