All driving law changes coming in July from car parks to speed limiters

Motorists are being warned to brace themselves for a raft of new driving laws set to come into effect in July 2024.

From mandatory speed limiters to changes in car parking rules, the new regulations could catch out unsuspecting drivers and result in hefty fines.

One of the most significant changes is the introduction of mandatory speed limiters on all cars and vans sold after July 6.

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Mandatory speed limiters

The new EU law will require vehicles to have a device installed that reads the road's speed limits and automatically applies the brakes if the limit is exceeded.

While these devices can be temporarily deactivated by pressing the accelerator, they cannot be fully disabled and will reactivate each time the vehicle is driven.

Despite Brexit, the law will still apply to the UK as it affects all European countries. Cars manufactured before July 7, but sold after this date, will need to have a speed limiter retrofitted before they can be driven away.

Car parking rules

In addition to the speed limiter rule, changes to car parking regulations are also on the horizon, reports the Express.

The British Parking Association is introducing a new set of regulations for private car parks across the UK. One of these rules includes a 10-minute 'grace period' that parking wardens must provide before issuing a ticket. Additionally, the rules will feature a clear appeals process and a cap on fines at £100.

Changes to Petrol Laws

A new legislation regarding petrol sales has been approved and is expected to be operational shortly after the election, regardless of the winning party. This law will empower the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) to monitor fuel prices in real time and update drivers every half an hour with the cheapest petrol price.

It will also grant the government more authority to oversee and act against 'rip off' fuel prices, which have allowed retailers to make high profits at the pump, at the expense of motorists.

General Election

The General Election is scheduled for July 4. Current polls indicate a likely Labour majority, suggesting that Labour will likely oversee all motoring matters from July 4 onwards.

One of their initial tasks will be to enforce the new petrol law (as mentioned above) and attempt to reduce prices at the pumps. Therefore, it might be worth holding off on your next petrol fill-up.