Motorists are being urged to familiarise themselves with a of new laws set to come into force next week
They include rules on the type of petrol you put in your car.
The brand new E10 fuel is being launched in the UK in September, despite 60,000 cars potentially being incompatible with the new solution, according to Cambridgeshire Live.
In addition, extensions for people whose driving licences were due to expire last year will run out soon.
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A new series of number plates will also be launched to establish new vehicle technical standards.
Below are more details on the new laws coming into effect next week...
E10 Fuel Changes
The new E10 fuel solution will be installed at petrol stations across the UK starting September 1.
It will be made up of 10 per cent bioethanol instead of the regular 5pc.
Cars built before 2002 are advised not to use the new fuel as it could damage key parts of a vehicle.
According to classic car experts Hagerty, tests from the Department for Transport showed the new fuel could corrode carburettors and damage fuel lines in older models.
Classic car owners are advised to stick to the pre-existing E5 fuel which is being moved to the super unleaded protection grade.
The AA predicts that the costs will surge dramatically as owners could pay £15 more to top-up a 55-litre tank.
E10 has already been introduced in some EU countries including France, Germany, and Finland.
Driving Licence Extension
Last year, the DVLA extended driving licences which expired between February 1 and December 31 2020 for 11 months due to pandemic restrictions.
This means driver's licences which were due to end in October 2020 will now be valid until September 2021.
Experts at Pete Barden warn drivers who fail to renew their licence could be issued a £1,000 fine so have been urged to update it a soon as they can.
If drivers receive confirmation that they're renewal application is being processed, then they can continue driving, according to the DVLA.
Number Plate Changes
The new '71' number plates will launch in September and will be attached to brand new vehicles.
Alongside the new plates, new technical standards for vehicles will also launch in September.
The new BS AU 145e plates will replace the old BS AU 145d standard which has been used since 2001.
The new plates will be more durable and able to withstand tougher road debris.
Under the new rules, number plates can only display solid black lettering which makes it easier for ANPR cameras to read them.
The new number plates will also include the supplier's business address and postcode.
