VRT changes are 'anti-rural' and will lead to job losses says Cork car dealer

Industry representatives say the changes are likely to lead to an increase, rather than a reduction in car carbon emissions

Changes in the VRT bands will lead to price increases on many popular family models say car dealers

The changes to Vehicle Registration Tax (VRT) in Budget 2021 are “anti-rural and anti-climate” and are unlikely to result in a reduction in car carbon emissions according to those in the industry. 

The Irish Car Carbon Reduction Alliance (ICCRA), which represents the majority of new car dealers, said the new measures are likely to lead to an increase, rather than a reduction in car carbon emissions.