MotoringMotoring NewsMotoringSome motorists will face much higher payments09:18, 10 Jul 2026Owners of certain models are to be hit with a new pay-per-mile tax.‌Details of the tax overhaul have been confirmed by Rachel Reeves before she leaves her role as Chancellor.‌And some people will find themselves having to fork out hundreds of pounds, depending on their driving habits.‌READ MORE: Andy Burnham new rule for PIP householdsGet breaking news on BirminghamLive WhatsAppThe new tax system will apply to owners of electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids.‌EV owners will be charged at a rate of 3p per mile, while the rate will be 1.5p for people with plug-in hybrids.The annual average mileage in the UK is around 8,000. This would work out to a £240 bill - to be paid alongside normal vehicle