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A UK HGV fleet — Smart Tachograph 2 becomes mandatory for newly registered goods vehicles from December 2026.

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Smart Tachograph 2 Deadlines: What UK Operators Must Do by December 2026

Two key 2026 tachograph deadlines for UK operators — Smart Tachograph 2 for international vehicles over 2.5t by July, and all newly registered goods vehicles by December. Plus the 56-day data rule.

A UK home being assessed for energy efficiency — the reformed EPC will show four metrics instead of a single rating.

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EPC Reform 2026-27: What the New Four-Metric System Means for Landlords

The reformed UK EPC scraps the single rating for four metrics — fabric performance, heating, smart readiness, and cost. Launch now slated for late 2027, but the 2030 EPC C rental deadline stands. What landlords need to plan for.

A UK classic car under restoration — DVLA's 2025 rule changes let restored and modified vehicles keep their original registration and VIN.

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DVLA Overhauls Classic & Modified Vehicle Rules: What Changed in 2025

From 26 August 2025, DVLA's biggest registration shake-up since the 1980s: restored vehicles keep their reg with no inspection, modified vehicles keep their VIN, and EV conversions keep their identity.