Owners of popular car brands such as Kia, BMW, Mercedes and Range Rover are being warned about a potential £70 car park fine because their vehicles are too long. This is due to a new regulation implemented by local councils, which stipulates a maximum length for cars permitted to park in their spaces.
Cars exceeding five metres in length are no longer allowed to park in these car parks, which have a maximum parking bay length of 4.8 metres. It is logical to assume that those violating the ban would be issued with Penalty Charge Notices if discovered. Among the best-selling vehicles likely to be affected are the Mercedes S-Class, Tesla Model S, BMW 7 Series, Range Rovers, the Audi A8 and the Kia EV9, as well as the Rolls Royce Cullinan. However, other vehicles, including high-end sports cars, would also be barred.