Big Changes Coming to the London Congestion Charge! Here’s How EV Drivers Can Save £1,035 a Year

If you drive in Central London, big updates are on the way. From 2 January 2026, the London Congestion Charge is changing as the daily charge is increasing. But there’s good news for electric vehicle (EV) drivers: a new 25% Cleaner Vehicle Discount could save you over £1,000* a year.

Here’s everything you need to know and how to make sure you’re registered in time.

What’s Changing?

The daily Congestion Charge is rising from £15 to £18.

However, Transport for London (TfL) is launching a Cleaner Vehicle Discount for EVs that use Auto Pay, bringing the daily charge down to £13.50 instead of £18.

For regular PCO drivers who frequently enter the zone, this adds up to around £1,035* in annual savings.

Who’s Eligible for the Discount?

You can get the 25% discount if:

• You drive an electric vehicle

• You register your vehicle with TfL

• You use Auto Pay for the Congestion Charge

How to Register and Get the Discount

Getting set up is simple and only takes a few minutes. Here’s what you need to do:

1. Download the “TfL Pay to Drive in London” App

   • Android (Google Play)

   • Apple (App Store)

2. Create an account

3. Tap ‘Apply for AutoPay’

4. Add your EV to your account

5. Register your card details

Once you're registered, the 25% discount will automatically apply from 2 January 2026.

Extra Support From Uber

To help drivers cover costs, Uber will continue to pay the £1.50 Central London Fee for every trip that starts, ends, or passes through the Congestion Charge zone—regardless of the upcoming changes.

Need a Quick Overview? Watch the 2-Minute Explainer Video

We’ve created a short video that walks through what’s changing and how to register for the Cleaner Vehicle Discount.

Don’t Miss Out on Your EV Savings

With the Congestion Charge increasing and new rules coming into effect, now is the perfect time to make sure your EV is registered with TfL. Completing the steps above ensures you benefit from the Cleaner Vehicle Discount as soon as it becomes available.

*based on driving into the congestion zone 230 times a year. You must be registered for Auto Pay with your EV added to your account to receive the discounted rate.