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Full list of 59 cars facing nearly Β£6,000 car tax in just a few months' time

A total of 59 car models from 24 manufacturers will incur a first-year tax of Β£5,690 starting April 1 due to new Vehicle Excise Duty rate increases for high-emission vehicles in the UK.

Mar 2 β€’ 22:32 UTC
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UK road tax 2026 April 1 changed 13 VED bands how much drivers pay

UK drivers will face an increase in Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) rates starting in April 2026, with hikes ranging from Β£200 to Β£5,690 depending on the vehicle.

Mar 2 β€’ 07:43 UTC
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Car tax cut big update for vehicles built in 19-year period as Treasury responds

The UK Treasury has responded to calls for a tax reduction on cars aged 20-39 years, amid concerns that high road tax is causing these vehicles to be scrapped.

Feb 23 β€’ 21:38 UTC
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Slash car tax for vehicles hit by April 2026 Β£760 'tax trap' calls - as thousands scrapped

Support is growing for a reduction in Vehicle Excise Duty on modern classic cars as many are being scrapped due to high tax costs.

Feb 10 β€’ 08:26 UTC
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Top Treasury minister explains 'long-term' tax changes for motorists

The UK government is introducing long-term tax changes for motorists, including a new levy for electric vehicles starting in April 2025.

Feb 9 β€’ 13:32 UTC
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Check your car logbook today as 59 models face Β£5,690 pound tax hike in weeks

A tax hike of Β£5,690 will affect 59 car models from various manufacturers starting April 2026 due to new Vehicle Excise Duty regulations in the UK.

Feb 9 β€’ 08:48 UTC
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Treasury statement over road tax ahead of major 2026 changes

The UK Treasury has announced that Vehicle Excise Duty will rise in April 2026, in line with inflation.

Feb 8 β€’ 06:07 UTC
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New car tax bands for petrol and diesel cars registered between 2001 and 2017

Vehicle Excise Duty costs for petrol and diesel cars registered between 2001 and 2017 will increase significantly starting April 1, 2026, affecting millions of motorists.

Feb 6 β€’ 09:47 UTC
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Key April 2026 vehicle tax update as Treasury responds and 59 vehicles 'pay Β£5,690' list

The Treasury has announced significant increases in Vehicle Excise Duty for petrol and diesel vehicles starting in April 2026, with the most polluting vehicles facing a first-year fee of Β£5,690.

Feb 6 β€’ 09:42 UTC

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