Lorry drivers subject to 'Pay per Mile' tolls on roads; car drivers also expected to comply with this model in the future.

In the ever-evolving world of British transportation, several key developments are on the horizon. Here's a breakdown of the latest news:

The UK government is currently consulting on plans to introduce pay-per-mile road pricing for lorries, a move that could see overseas lorries paying a levy ranging from £1.70 to £10 per day before entering the country. This initiative, spearheaded by Chris Grayling, aims to manage traffic and generate revenue.

On the topic of road pricing, it's worth noting that the government has no plans to introduce a similar system for car drivers "for the foreseeable future." However, it's likely that road pricing for cars will be introduced in a post-Brexit UK within the next decade.

Addressing congested roads with pricing that deters non-essential traffic at peak times makes sense, according to many transportation experts. This approach could potentially alleviate traffic issues and improve overall road efficiency.

Meanwhile, the government's plans to upgrade all driver licenses to C1, allowing driving of 'lorries,' have been criticised by IAM RoadSmart. The organisation believes that such a move could cause problems across a wide range of industries, particularly in the car industry.

Moving away from road pricing, the UK government is reportedly considering increasing the motorway speed limit to 80mph. If implemented, this would be the first change since 1965, when the M1 was one of the few UK motorways available. It's important to note that until 1965, there was no speed limit on UK motorways.

In terms of leadership changes, Philip Hammond has been appointed as the new Secretary of State for Transport. His tenure promises to bring fresh perspectives and potentially new policies to the table.

Lastly, it's worth mentioning that the HGV road user levy, which charges UK lorry owners to use UK roads, is already in place. The specific person likely to oversee the introduction of a toll system for trucks in the United Kingdom is not explicitly named, but such a system would typically be managed by a UK government transport authority or a designated official within the Department for Transport.

As these developments unfold, it's clear that the UK's transportation landscape is undergoing significant changes. The Tories, in their election campaigning, have emphasised their desire to be more of a friend to the motorist than Labour, claiming that motorists have had a raw deal under the previous administration. However, the implementation of road pricing, a regressive tax, suggests that the government is looking for innovative ways to maintain revenue as fuel-efficient vehicles and autonomous cars become more common.