Commuters face confusion on how they could be affected by the introduction of clean air zones in Britain’s cities. To help motorists understand if they have to pay a levy, automotive data expert hpi has launched a free online tool to check the Euro emissions rating of a vehicle.

A survey from the RAC found 38% of motorists had not heard of the Euro Emission Standard classification system, while 64% of those who had were unsure what category their vehicle fitted in.

The RAC warned there was no easy way of finding out a vehicle’s Euro emissions standard.

A £10 toxicity T-Charge has been introduced in central London for vehicles which do notmeet the Euro 4 standard, generally those registered before 2006. The Government has also given local councils the ability to bring in clean air zones with charges for the worst polluting vehicles.

Fernando Garcia, consumer director at hpi, said: “The changing legislation around vehicle emissions can give motorists a real headache and leave them out of pocket. Our new online check is completely free and allows motorists to check the emissions standard of their vehicle and potentially avoid a fine.”

Use our free hpi emissions checker below to check the Euro emissions standard of your car.

Disclaimer: This tool is intended for personal use as a guideline only. We rely on data sourced directly from our partners. However, we provide no warranty as to the accuracy of the information and accept no legal liability or responsibility for its accuracy. Older or more unusual vehicles may not be covered by this tool. If you have concerns about your vehicle’s emissions you should consult with the retailer or manufacturer for more information.