New driving rules - April 2023 changes for UK drivers
British drivers are facing a raft of new rules this spring. Here’s everything you need to know 👇
Car tax
New car tax charges have been introduced - and it’s not good news for most drivers.
Other than for electric vehicles, who are exempt until 2025, car tax charges increased for almost all car types on April 1.
Cars that are most-polluting will pay most.
You can check your car tax using our free car tax checker.
Council powers
This one’s just for drivers in Reading and Hampshire, but it could be a sign of things to come across other parts of the country.
Local councils here are being given more powers when it comes to issuing fines for rule-breaking on the road.
For “moving traffic offences” like illegal U-turns or driving in a bus lane, drivers could now be slapped with a maximum fine of £105 for the late payment of usual penalties.
Electric vehicle charging point fines
Now one for you Sheffield drivers.
Leaving an electric vehicle for too long at a charging point could now result in a fine of up to £20.
This is to make sure drivers don’t hog EV charging points, which can be a pain if you live in an area not served by many.
Get insured
One thing that isn't changing is that you must be insured to drive on Britain's roads.
Whatever you need, Cuvva's policies from 1 hour to 28 days might be able to help - with cover starting from just £11.90.
- Temporary car insurance for borrowing or lending a car in minutes.
- Learner driver cover for driving lessons, getting practice in with a supervisor, or taking the driving test.
- Drive away insurance for getting your new car home from the dealership.
- Temporary van insurance for moving home, dropping things to the recycling centre, or carrying a heavy load.
And it only takes a few minutes to get a quote.