What are the new driving laws and costs coming to British roads in December?

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Advisory Fuel Rates From Sunday December 1, pence per mile rates for company cars will be changing as part of the final Advisory Fuel Rate. From 1 December 2024 Engine size Petrol — rate per mile LPG — rate per mile 1400cc or less 12 pence 11 pence 1401cc to 2000cc 14 pence 13 pence Over 2000cc 23 pence 21 pence Engine size Diesel — rate per mile 1600cc or less 11 pence 1601cc to 2000cc 13 pence Over 2000cc 17 pence Electric — rate per mile 7 pence HGV rules From December 31, a “full” smart tachograph 2 or “transitional” smart tachograph 2 must be installed in Heavy Goods Vehicles with an analogue or digital tachograph undertaking international journeys. The DVSA stated: “On or after February 21, 2024, a ‘full’ smart tachograph 2 or ‘transitional’ smart tachograph 2 must be fitted into all newly registered in-scope vehicles regardless of journey types.” £10,000 fines open image in gallery EV chargers refresh a Chevy Bolt All electric vehicle charge points of 8kW and above, and existing chargers of 50kW or above, must now offer contactless payments to consumers or face fines of up to £10,000. “Bridging these gaps is essential to not only build confidence in the UK’s EV growing market but also help make the transition smoother for businesses and fleets who rely on a reliable public charging network.” Zero Emissions Vehicle mandate The ZEV mandate is a government policy that is in place to help transition the UK into battery electric vehicles by the end of the decade.