High-Emission Vehicles
UK Drivers Face £5,690 First-Year Car Tax for 59 Models as April Nears
New Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) rates taking effect in April 2026 will impose a £5,690 first-year tax on nearly 60 high-emission petrol and diesel car models in the UK, significantly impacting buyers of luxury cars, sports cars, and large SUVs.