The HGV levy ensures all HGVs from 12 tonnes and over make a contribution when they use UK roads.

Since 1 February 2019, less polluting lorries have paid cheaper levies.

The newest lorries generate 80% less nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions than older ones.

So, lorries meeting the latest Euro VI emissions standards are now eligible for a 10% reduction in the cost of the HGV levy. Euro Class V and older vehicles must pay up to 20% more.

The levy amount is based on:

• vehicle weight as a broad approximation to CO2 emissions
• vehicle air quality emissions standard
• levy duration