London has low emission zones for vehicles to adhere to
The LEZ requires vehicles to meet Euro III standards for particulate emissions, has been in operation for lorries, buses and coaches since 2008. It was originally intended to extend the LEZ to include large vans (LGVs) and minibuses from October 2010.

About the LEZ

 The London Low Emission Zone (LEZ) is now in operation. The aim of the scheme is to improve air quality in the city by deterring the most polluting vehicles from driving in the area.

The vehicles affected by the LEZ are older diesel-engined lorries, buses, coaches, large vans, minibuses and other heavy vehicles that are derived from lorries and vans, such as motor caravans and motorised horse boxes.

Cars and motorcycles are not affected by the scheme

The LEZ commenced on 4 February 2008 and applies to vehicles over 3.5 tonnes and buses and coaches over 5 tonnes with more than eight seats, plus the driver's seat. Different vehicles will be affected over time and tougher emissions standards introduced in January 2012.

Cars and motorcycles are not affected by the scheme.

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