ROAD TAX: If you purchase a new vehicle NOW, qualifying for a lower Road Tax rate after July, you will benefit from the new rate on the first renewal.

VRT CHANGE: Experts in the industry agree that NOW is the time for consumers to look closely into the VRT impacts. You will find that waiting until July might not be the move which will save you money. As opposed to your savings on new VRT rates, you need to consider:

• Your trade-in depreciation
• Inflation
• The 6 months (or more) non-use of your new car