What cars are congestion charge exempt?
What cars are congestion charge exempt?
- Blue Badge holders.
- Roadside recovery vehicles.
- Accredited breakdown vehicles.
- Vehicles with nine or more seats.
- Cars that emit 75g/km or less of CO2.
- Zero-emission vehicles (Fully electric vehicles and any other zero emissions vehicles)
What happens if you pay Congestion Charge by mistake?
The rules for refunds of paid congestion charges as set out in the Scheme Order are the same whatever payment method is used. Refunds are only available for unused future days of monthly (20 day) and annual (252 day) charges. Refunds are not available for any part of daily or weekly (5 day) charges.
What is the downside of congestion charges?
Critics say it leads to economic burdens faced by the communities that abut areas of congested traffic. Another criticism of congestion pricing is that it may harm low-income users more than other demographic groups, just as regressive tax systems do.
How can I avoid paying the Congestion Charge?
Drive a lower emission car if possible. Electric cars are exempt from the London Congestion Charge. If you're only visiting for the day, consider parking outside the zone and using public transport for the rest of your journey.
Do electric cars pay Congestion Charge after 2025?
In December 2025, TfL will stop the Cleaner Vehicle Discount, which allows EVs to be exempt from the Congestion Charge. Unless changes are made before 2025, all EVs will have to pay the Congestion Charge to access the London Congestion Charge zone during their charging hours.
Do Teslas pay Congestion Charge?
Electric vehicles, including Teslas, are entitled to a 100% discount from the Congestion Charge as part of the Cleaner Vehicle discount. This is subject to registration with us and an annual renewal. If the vehicle is not registered with us and is used in the zone a penalty may be issued.
How do I know if my car is exempt from congestion charge?
Who is exempt from the congestion charge? Zero-emission vehicles such as electric cars are exempt from paying the congestion charge, as are motorbikes. If you drive an EV, you need to apply for the Cleaner Vehicle Discount before driving into the charge zone.
How do I pay Congestion Charge with a rental car?
You can pay the London Congestion Charge either online or by phone. Simply visit cclondon.com or phone 0343 222 2222 to pay the Congestion Charge. Hire cars are not exempt from the Congestion Charge and it is your responsibility to pay it whether you are from the UK or abroad.