What is London’s T-charge, when does the toxicity charge come into force and how can you avoid it?
If your vehicle doesn't meet TFL's desired emission standard you may have to start paying a daily £10 Emissions Surcharge to drive in London, in addition to the congestion charge
FROM today you won't just have to shell out congestion charge to tootle about central London in your car, you may also have to fork out for the T-charge.
The latest tax on driving will effect those whose cars don't meet TFL's minimum emissions standard. But does you car meet the standards and what can you do if it doesn't?
What is the T-charge?
The T-charge is a daily emissions surcharge for cars, vans, minibuses, coaches and heavy good vehicles in central London IF they don't meet TFL's minimum emissions standard.
It will operate in the same area as the congestion charging zone and will be in ADDITION to the compulsory £11.50 Congestion Charge for those driving in the designated area.
Like the congestion charge it will only be enforced between 7am and 6pm, Monday to Friday.
The charge will set you back £10 per day or £1 a day for vehicles registered to people who live in the zone.
Failure to avoid the T-charge will result in a £130 fine, which is reduced to £65 if it's paid within 14 days.