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What is ULEZ? ULEZ (short for Ultra Low Emission Zone) is an initiative designed to reduce CO2 pollution in London. In the ULEZ zone, owners of high polluting vehicles will be made to pay a daily charge to enter the zone.
Where is affected?

ULEZ now includes all London Boroughs.
It previously covered areas within the North Circular (A406) and South Circular (A205) roads (but not these roads themselves) but since the expansion in 2023, it now also includes most areas within the M25. It operates 24 hours a day, every day of the year, except Christmas Day.
ULEZ Charges Drivers of vehicles which are not exempt from ULEZ will need to pay a daily charge of £12.50 when entering ULEZ areas (i.e each day that you travel in the City).

There is a Scrappage Scheme currently in place, funded by the Mayor of London, providing financial support to those with Cars or Vans that are currently not ULEZ compliant. Eligible customers can receive up to £2,000 for scrapping a non-ULEZ compliant car or £7,000 for a Van.
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Which Vehicles are Exempt? The main exemption criteria is as follows:

Fully electric vehicles
Euro 3-compliant motorcycles, mopeds, motorised tricycles and quadricycles
Euro 4-compliant petrol cars, vans, minibuses and other specialist vehicles
Euro 6-compliant diesel cars, vans and minibuses and other specialist vehicles
Euro 6-compliant lorries, buses and coaches and other specialist heavy vehicles

At Gates Ford, there are a wide selection of Ford Cars and Vans available that are ULEZ compliant. Contact your local dealership today to find out more!

Upgrade to a ULEZ compliant New Car or Van from Gates

At Gates Ford, our dealerships are located across Essex, Hertfordshire and London - many within close proximity to London's Ultra Low Emission Zone. We therefore understand that many of our customers will need to ensure that their vehicle is fully compliant with the latest ULEZ standards. As such, we have a wide range of New Ford Cars and Commercial Vehicles that will tick all of the boxes - from Mild Hybrid Cars such as the Ford Puma, Plug-In Hybrid Cars and Vans including the Ford Kuga and Transit Custom, through to 100% Electric Vehicles like the New All-Electric Explorer and Capri! Click the links below to browse our latest offers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here, we’ve answered some of the most common queries, but if you’d like more information, don’t hesitate to contact your local Gates dealership.

What are the emission standards for ULEZ?

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You’ll be exempt from ULEZ charges if you drive one of the following:

  • A 100% Electric Vehicle
  • Hybrid, Mild Hybrid or Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle
  • A Euro 4-compliant petrol car, van or minibus
  • A Euro 6-compliant diesel car, van or minibus
  • A Euro 6-compliant lorry, bus or coach

Are electric vehicles exempt from ULEZ?

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Absolutely, yes. You can find out more about the range of Ford Hybrid and Electric Vehicles available at Gates by clicking here.

How can I check if my vehicle meets the ULEZ standards?

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You can check to see if your Car or Van is ULEZ compliant by entering your details on the following vehicle checker on the Transport For London (TFL) website: https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/driving/check-your-vehicle/.

Do you sell any vehicles that are ULEZ compliant?

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All Gates dealerships across Essex, Hertfordshire and Greater London stock a large selection of Ford Vehicles that meet the required standards. So you can be assured that, when entering ULEZ areas, you won't incur the daily charge of £12.50.

Whether you are looking for a New Ford Car or New Ford Van, we can help you to source the right vehicle for you. Our dealerships also stock Gates Approved Used Cars and Vans that are ULEZ compliant.

How can I avoid paying the ULEZ charge?

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The best way to avoid paying the low emission charge is by driving a vehicle that is ULEZ-compliant, and meets the emission standards. A pure-electric car or a Hybrid Vehicle would be ideal solutions.

Up until 2023, if you did not need to visit London itself, you could bypass it by travelling on the North Circular or South Circular as neither were included within the ULEZ area. However, since the ULEZ expansion which came into effect on 29 August 2023, this is no longer possible as all London boroughs are now part of the ULEZ zone.

Can I pay the ULEZ charge in advance?

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Yes, you can pay up to 90 days in advance. More details can be found here.

What happens if I drive into the ULEZ zone without paying?

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​If you’re not exempt, you’ll need to pay by midnight on the third day following your most recent journey. If you fail to pay on time, you may receive a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN), which could be as much as £270.

Are there any discounts or exemptions for ULEZ?

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Yes, there are some discounts and exemptions, full details can be found by visiting: https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/driving/ultra-low-emission-zone/discounts-and-exemptions.

What is the difference between ULEZ and the congestion charge?

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ULEZ covers the whole of London - that's all 32 boroughs and the City; the Congestion Charge is applicable to Central London only.