What cars are affected by the new congestion charge?

This includes most combustion-engined cars on the road, including hybrids. Only zero-emission cars have been exempt from the Congestion Charge, such as electric vehicles and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. However, from December 2025, even drivers of zero-emission vehicles will be required to pay the congestion charge.



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Congestion charge FAQ How do I know if I have to pay Congestion Charge? You will need to pay a daily charge if you drive within London's Congestion Charge zone between 07:00-18:00 Mon-Fri, 12:00-18:00 Sat-Sun, and on Bank Holidays.

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That means you won't need to pay the fee if you drive into a congestion zone in an electric car, so that can save some real money if you regularly drive in the city. Plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) are not exempt from the charges, and you'll have to pay if you drive in congestion charge zones.

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