Which cars avoid London Congestion Charge?
Which cars avoid London Congestion Charge?
- 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)
Can I convert my diesel to be ULEZ compliant?
Can I swap my engine to be ULEZ-compliant? This depends on the vehicle type. At present, there are no CVRAS-approved ways to re-power the engine of a non-compliant diesel car.
How old does a car have to be to be ULEZ compliant?
Diesel cars that meet the ULEZ standard are generally those first registered with the DVLA after September 2015, while compliant petrols tend to be vehicles first used after 2006. Owners of vehicles that don't meet the following emissions standards have to pay the daily ULEZ charge.
How do you drive avoiding Congestion Charge?
Download the Congestion Charge Zone map from TFL, as this outlines exactly where the zone is, so you can try to drive around it. You can also keep an eye out for the signs to avoid entering the area. Drive a lower emission car if possible. Electric cars are exempt from the London Congestion Charge.
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.