Tax on classics
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.From Mr David P. Malins
Sir: The Department of Transport is proposing to introduce continuous licensing of motor vehicles. Many in the old car movement see the proposal for licensing cars, even when off the road for restoration and repair, as just an excuse to get more money from a section of the population that is already law-abiding and paying its taxes.
Responsible citizens understand that the future of transport must include the sensible development of low-pollution public transport systems with the motor car in time taking a more occasional role. The unfair targeting of what are leisure pursuits, where vehicles are used rarely, is going for exactly the wrong people. Car-tax evaders and high-use road users do not drive cherished classic cars.
Yours faithfully,
David P. Malins
Fairthorpe Sports Car Club
Luton, Bedfordshire
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments