Car tax prices set to double for motorists with these vehicles this April

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Car tax prices are set to double for drivers with some vehicles this spring. Millions of motorists will face a major hike in their bills in April following changes to the vehicle tax system.The changes will affect drivers whose cars are less than a year old.

Motorists whose cars release more emissions will also face higher charges.Anyone considering buying a new car are being warned that they will be hit with extra tax costs for the first year.

This is usually the case for people with new cars, but it then drops to the standard rate of £195 a year.However, this will now be increased further from April, reports Birmingham Live.

Buyers may want to consider the emissions rate of any new car they are planning to buy. Vehicles over 76g/km of CO2 will see the first-year rate double.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.