The complete list of new driving regulations for 2024 has been made public, and it includes adjustments to the price of petrol and a sizable new punishment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
New beginnings accompany every new year, and the traffic laws are no exception. In order to avoid breaking the law, drivers must stay aware of any modifications to the road. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
AutoTrader has identified several potential legislative changes for the upcoming year, some of which may catch more students off guard on test day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The company issued a warning that although while the Highway Code and traffic laws are constantly changing, drivers who are unaware of these changes may be subject to heavy fines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While the DVSA is yet to confirm what changes will be made to the eyesight exam, many experts predict drivers might be tested in different lighting conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
AutoTrader claim the move could catch more learners out when they’re taking their\u00a0driving\u00a0test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Currently, the eyesight test is passed if you can read a licence plate from 20 yards away. In the future, this eye test procedure may be modified. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In addition to seeking drivers and experts for suggestions on how to conduct the test more effectively, the DVSA is engaging a Medical Panel over the design of the testing procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Additionally, AutoTrader mentioned that starting in October 2024, heavy goods vehicle (HGV) drivers in London may be subject to stricter safety regulations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
HGV drivers will require a safety permit\u2014which will have a star rating depending on the vehicle’s all-around visibility\u2014before they can enter the UK capital, according to a statement made by Transport for London (TfL). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
HGV drivers will be required to obtain a safety permit in order to enter Greater London. Additionally, they will be assigned a star system, and they will be penalised if their star level is not met. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
A car can receive a rating of zero stars, which indicates poor direct vision, or five stars, which indicates outstanding direct vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can apply for a permit without supplying any extra proof if your HGV has a rating of one to five stars. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If your HGV has a zero star rating, you must install Safe System upgrades to make your car safer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You risk a \u00a3550 fine if you operate a heavy-duty vehicle (HGV) across the majority of Greater London without the required permission. If paid within 14 days, this can be lowered to \u00a3275.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
They added that more drivers might start using electric vehicles in the upcoming year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As of January 1, automakers will have to meet the Zero Emission Vehicle mandate, which aims to increase the sale of electric vehicles to help cut emissions, which requires at least 22% of their car sales and 10% of their van sales to be totally electric. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The government intends to gradually raise the proportion of sold electric vehicles until at least 80% of automobiles sold are electric by 2030. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
To comply with the UK’s ban on the sale of petrol and diesel vehicles by that year, all cars sold there are expected to have zero emissions by that year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2024 could also be a bad year for petrol and diesel prices as the Government might potentially end the freeze on fuel duty. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fuel duty has been frozen since January 2011 to prevent its rise with inflation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to the Office for Budget Responsibility, the basic rate for petrol and diesel is 52.95 pence per litre (ppl), which includes the 5 ppl reduction that the government has given until the end of March 2024 to help with the cost-of-living problem. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
We will learn more about the government’s intentions regarding the fuel duty freeze and the 5ppl cut in the spring budget of 2024.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
The complete list of new driving regulations for 2024 has been made public, and it includes adjustments to the price of petrol and a sizable new punishment. New beginnings accompany … <\/p>\n