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| Info | |
|---|---|
| License Plate Code | GB |
| Max Height | Not Stated |
| Max Width | 2.55M (Fridge 2.6M) |
| Max Length |
Arctic - 16.5M Road Train - 18.75M |
| Max Weight | 44000kg |
| Links | |
| Road Authority | Highways England |
United Kingdom
Vehicles Less Than 3500kg
Cars, Motorbikes etc...
Winter Driving
It is not compulsory to carry snow chains on board a vehicle, however, their use is not forbidden. Use of chains is controlled by general legislation: 'a tyre must not be unsuitable for the use or circumstances to which it is put' e.g. if there is no snow, or road damage is likely.
Vehicles More Than 7500kg
LGV, HGV, Trucks etc...
HGV Levy
The HGV Road User Levy is a time-based charge of up to £1,000 a year or £10 a day and applies to all vehicles weighing 12 tonnes or more using the UK road network. More information can be found at: HGV Levy Payment
Tolls
M6 Toll
The M6 Toll road is the only major "toll road" in Great Britain, and is a 43 km stretch of motorway, and was designed to alleviate congestion on the M6 through Birmingham and the Black Country. Information about the charges can be found on the M6 Toll Website
LEZ
The London Low Emission Zone is a traffic pollution charge scheme with the aim of reducing the exhaust gas emissions of diesel-powered commercial vehicles in London. Only vehicles that do not conform to more stringent emission standards are charged; the others may enter the controlled zone free of charge. More information at: UK Low Emission Zones
Congestion Charge
The London congestion charge is a fee charged on most motor vehicles operating within the Congestion Charge Zone in Central London between 07:00 and 18:00 Mondays to Fridays.
Dartford Crossing
Winter Driving
It is not compulsory to carry snow chains on board a vehicle, however, their use is not forbidden. Use of chains is controlled by general legislation: 'a tyre must not be unsuitable for the use or circumstances to which it is put' e.g. if there is no snow, or road damage is likely.
Driving Restrictions
No restrictions for goods vehicles.
Required Equipment
- Reflective jacket
- First-aid kit
- Warning triangle
- Fire Extinguisher