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Fuel prices are rising—and it’s already changing the UK used car market 🚗

The ongoing Iran crisis is having a real impact closer to home, with buyers shifting towards more fuel-efficient cars, hybrids and EVs. That means some used car prices are rising, while others are starting to fall.

Thinking of buying or selling? Now’s the time to understand what your car is really worth.

👉 Read our latest blog to see what’s happening and what it means for you: https://blog.totalcarcheck.co.uk/2026/04/24/iran-crisis-uk-used-car-prices-2026/

How the Iran Crisis Is Affecting UK Used Car Prices (2026) Rising fuel costs and economic uncertainty from the Iran crisis are reshaping UK used car prices in 2026. We explain all.

Spring Statement 2026: What It Means for UK Drivers

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered the latest Spring Statement — and while it wasn’t packed with new policies, several confirmed changes could still affect motorists.

Here are the key takeaways for drivers:

⛽ Fuel duty increases as the temporary 5p cut begins to be phased out from September
🚘 Car tax (VED) rising slightly for many vehicles from April
🔌 Electric vehicles gradually entering the road tax system
📊 New measures to monitor fuel prices at petrol stations

Fuel duty will rise in stages between September 2026 and March 2027, gradually reversing the 5p-per-litre cut introduced in 2022. ()

We’ve broken down exactly what the Spring Statement means for motorists 👇

Spring Statement 2026: How It Impacts UK Motorists The 2026 Spring Statement confirmed fuel duty increases, higher car tax and potential new road charges. Here’s what UK motorists need to know.

🚘 VED increases are coming from April 2026

Road tax (Vehicle Excise Duty) is going up for most UK drivers — including petrol, diesel, hybrid and even electric cars. Our latest guide explains the confirmed changes, how much you’ll pay and what it means for motorists and dealers.

👉 Read the full breakdown and check current road tax costs

VED Increases From April 2026: Full UK Guide VED increases are coming in April 2026. See the confirmed UK road tax rate changes, EV updates and who will pay more.

Driving into a Clean Air Zone soon? We’ve got you covered.

You can now check whether any vehicle is subject to Clean Air Zone charges in England as part of our FREE Total Car Check. No sign-up, no hassle — just quick, clear results.

👉 Find out if a vehicle may need to pay charges before you drive or buy:
https://totalcarcheck.co.uk/CleanAirZoneChecker

See this BBC article on car cloning. Running manual checks on cars has never been so important. Online vehicle checks like ours are vital, but they can only take you so far.

We provide a free VIN check tool online which will tell you if a car's VIN numbers match their registration according to the DVLA's data. This helps identify car cloning, but always view, check and test drive a car in person before you buy!

Cardiff man loses £13K in 'truly terrible' car clone fraud Sevak Maljian says he carried out all recommended checks when buying a used car.

We've run over 300 million vehicle checks since 2018!
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We've written a blog covering everything you need to know about vehicle history checks. Thanks to questions from our users this Q&A answers the most common queries we receive and explains everything about how our service works.

Make sure you never rely solely on a car history check, always view and test drive a vehicle!

Car History Checks - Everything You Need to Know - Insights Blog Discover why car history checks are essential before buying a used car. We answer all the questions before you buy a report.

Today's Autumn Statement brings sweeping changes for anyone who owns — or plans to buy — a car in the UK. From new VED rules and a looming pay-per-mile charge for EVs, to adjusting fuel duty, luxury car tax updates and big reforms for the Motability scheme, almost every driver will be affected!

Read our new Blog covering all the key announcements here 👇
https://blog.totalcarcheck.co.uk/2025/11/26/2025-autumn-statement-car-buyers-guide/

🚗 Looking for a great local car deal?
Before you buy, read this 👇

Searching “used cars near me” is a smart way to find nearby bargains — but it can also lead to overpriced listings and hidden issues if you’re not careful.

👉 In our latest guide, we break down:
✅ How to find trusted local sellers
✅ What to check in adverts before viewing
✅ How to compare prices with Total Car Check’s Free Local Car Sales Tool
✅ The essential checks to protect yourself from nasty surprises

Don’t risk buying blind. Learn how to shop local and buy your next used car with confidence.

Read the full guide here: https://blog.totalcarcheck.co.uk/2025/10/08/used-cars-near-me-best-local-deals-guide/

Used Cars Near Me: How to Find the Best Local Deals - Insights Blog Looking for used cars near you? Discover how to find the best local deals, compare prices with Total Car Check’s Local Car Sales Tool

One of our most popular blogs shares tips on using a Total Car Check and manual checks to spot if a used car has been in a serious accident

How to Spot If A Used Car Has Been In An Accident - Insights Blog Learn how to spot if a car has been damaged. From misaligned panels to paint overspray, use these tips to avoid dodgy cars.

Our new blog outlines common repairs when buying a used car and approximate costs to help prepare car buyers. https://blog.totalcarcheck.co.uk/2025/08/21/hidden-maintenance-costs-of-used-cars-that-buyers-overlook/