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ULEZ expansion – what you need to know

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Are you ready for a much larger ULEZ?

After an application for judicial review was dismissed in late July, the expansion of the ULEZ will be going ahead on 29 August 2023. Here’s what you need to know.
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Are you ready for a much larger ULEZ?

After an application for judicial review was dismissed in late July, the expansion of the ULEZ will be going ahead on 29 August 2023. Here’s what you need to know.

While the vast majority of vehicles shouldn’t be affected – Transport for London figures suggest nine out of ten cars meet the requirements – for those that are, it means a much larger area where drivers could face a £12.50 daily charge. This includes Barnet, Barking, Biggin Hill, Bromley, Croydon, Edgware, Edmonton, Enfield, Finchley, Harrow and Woodford.

Matthew Walters, Head of Consultancy Services, LeasePlan UK, says:

“It’s worth remembering that this charge applies to residents as well as visitors. If you have a car that isn’t compliant and you live in outer London, or travel to it regularly, it could be time to think about a change. While buying a new vehicle might be a challenge in these difficult economic times, leasing can be a lot more affordable than you might realise. It can even be an effective way to try out an electric car for the first time.”

If you’d like to know more about the ULEZ changes, how they work and the area they affect, there’s a helpful page on the TFL website.

ULEZ Expansion 2023 - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk)

Tune in

Tune in to our Fleet Navigator Podcast, available from 28th August on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Podbean where we will be discussing the expansion of the zone and plans for other Clean Air Zones across the UK.

Important information:

This blog was originally published on leaseplan.com website. The views expressed may no longer be current and any reference to specific vehicles or products is for reference only. This information is not a personal recommendation for any particular vehicle, product or service - if you are unsure about the suitability of a product, you should consult with an expert.

Published at 16 August 2023
16 August 2023
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