Drivers could be affected by new driving rules (Image: Getty)
Motorists are set to be hit with five new from October in a major shake-up of road rules across the UK.
Major new changes will be introduced across the country from October 1 with a new appeals charter and a grace period to be launched.
Meanwhile, changes to the energy price cap could see bills rise for electric car owners with experts suggesting prices could rise by three figures.
New rules are also set to be introduced in Jersey with new HGV updates also around the corner.
All eyes will also be on Rachel Reeves’ budget at the end of October with fuel-duty and rises likely to be announced.
A new parking code of conduct will soon be launched (Image: Getty)
Parking Code of Practice – 1 October
A new private parking code of practice has been put together by the British Parking Association (BPA) and the International Parking Community (IPC).
The IPC claims the new guidelines will protect the “most vulnerable in society” by creating clarity for all road users.
or £60 if paid within 14 days.
A 10-minute grace period will also be required while a new appeals charter will create parameters for road users to challenge any penalty they receive.
Ofgem energy price cap – 1 October
The Ofgem energy price cap with EV owners in the firing line.
Data from experts at have suggested each charge will set back individuals an extra £1.29.
With the average electric car charged up twice per week, motorists will pay over £134 more over the course of a year.
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New HGV rules are set to come into effect this month (Image: Getty)
Driving licence updates – 5 October
Jersey will introduce updates to their driving licence rules next week with changes to medical standards and medical certificate requirements.
The new rules will make the medical standards similar to those in the UK and EU with new guidelines around when drivers need to submit forms and driving licence validity periods.
The Government of Jersey added: “We’ll also introduce driving licence groups. Your parish will be able to ask you to take a practical driving assessment and put conditions on your driving licence.”
HGV safety rating – 28 October
HGV’s rated zero, one or two stars and which weigh over 12 tonnes must have the Progressive Safe System to drive within Greater London from this date.
This is made up of seven compulsory components including camera monitoring, blind spot information system and audible warnings.
The TfL has announced a grace period of six months running to 4 May 2025 but affected individuals must apply ahead of time.
Owners will receive additional time to install the system if their application is approved.
Budget announcements – 30 October
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will unveil her first Autumn Budget at the end of the month with road users likely to feel the sting.
For now, the Department for Transport road pricing strategy.
However, an with a 5p rise expected to hit road users this October.
FairFuelUK has suggested an even higher 10p rise could be in the pipeline which could see annual costs rise by around £260 per year.