Motorists across the UK have been urged to brace for a sharp rise in their motoring bills, which are set to take place on April 1, 2025.

Announced as part of the Labour Government's first budget, drivers will be facing a number of tax changes in the coming months, with many motorists set to pay more than they are currently charged.

However, the vehicle buying service webuyanycar highlighted that many drivers are completely unaware of the approaching changes.

They explained: "New data has revealed that 70 % of drivers aren’t aware of new driving laws being introduced in 2025.

"Just 25 % of drivers anticipate changes and updates regarding electric vehicle (EV) regulations, such as road tax changes and charging compared to 75 % who aren’t anticipating any changes."

One of the most significant tax rises due to take place on April 1, 2025 is the sharp increase in Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) charged on new models.

In some cases, the amount of tax new car buyers will need to pay has doubled in a bid to encourage drivers to choose more environmentally friendly models.

The band of cars worst affected by the change will be models that produce more than 255g/km of carbon dioxide, with buyers facing an eye-watering tax bill of £5,490 - an increase of £2,745.

However, drivers do not need to buy a new car in order to experience a tax rise, with the charge set to increase with the current rate of inflation.

Currently, motorists who own a car that was registered since 2017 have to pay a flat fee of £190 per year. However, this is due to rise by £5 to £195 from April 1 2025.

Electric car owners will also need to pay the same amount for their road tax for the first time, as the incentive to encourage more buyers to choose zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) ends.

Whilst millions of drivers are set to pay significantly more to stay on the road from April 1 2025, there are still a number of ways that Brits can avoid the tax rises.

Disabled motorists or passengers that use a vehicle for their personal independence can get a tax exemption by applying for a Blue Badge, which also allows them to park in disabled spaces to help to give them better access to their destination.

Classic cars that were registered before January 1 1985 and vehicles used for agriculture or forestry are also exempt from paying road tax.