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  Can you drive an electric van above 3500kg with a normal licence? 21 Aug 2018 (News)
    The Department for Transport (DfT), which is responsible for the legislation, stipulates that alternative fuel vans must be powered by “electricity, natural gas, biogas or hydrogen or [a combination of] hydrogen and electricity”. Basically, the new legislation applies to vans that are not powered by petrol or diesel and weigh between 3500 and 4250kg.
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  Which? launches 2014 reliability survey 20 Dec 2013 (News)
  has launched its 2014 car reliability survey, and those who participate are in with the chance of winning £2500 – the equivalent of a year’s free fuel for an average family car. Last year 47,572 people responded to the Which? Car Survey, which found that the highest average repair costs were for the Land Rover Discovery 3, and that the Renault Megane Sport Tourer (2003-2009) had the lowest customer satisfaction rating.
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  'Win-win' situation as latest Audi SUV is unveiled 2 Nov 2007 (News)
  Its 3.0 TDI Quattro is a stylish and practical vehicle which keep an eye on the environment with impressive carbon efficiency figures. Audi has revealed that the car cuts carbon emissions and fuel consumption by more than 20 per cent. It added that the motor runs on an "extremely lightweight" engine - a 69 kg battery and a 40 kg motor. Audi commented that the vehicle combines higher power and torque with economy of fuel and lower carbon emissions.
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  Curios: Citroen 2CV Sahara 15 Jan 2015 (News)
  But Citroen reckoned a four-wheel drive version was a good idea, the end result being the 2CV Sahara of 1961 – which, instead of using a conventional all-wheel drive set-up, was fitted with an extra engine in the boot to ensure all-round traction. The two engines were completely independent units with their own gearboxes, fuel tanks and starter buttons. On flat surfaces just one of the engines could be used to save fuel, and on rough terrain the second engine (driving the rear wheels) could be engaged. To accommodate the extra engine, the floorpan was modified, while the suspension was also uprated to handle the hard work.
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  RMI warns of upcoming petrol price increases 9 Aug 2010 (News)
  "We also need to remember that the coalition Government did not cancel Labour's Budget commitment to raising fuel duty by 1p a litre from October 1 and a further 0.76p from January 1, with both having VAT added. "Then we have the coalition's emergency Budget proposal to increase VAT to 20% from January 4, so the outlook remains extremely difficult for motorists and retailers alike.
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  Mazda to build a Compression Ignition Petrol Engine with a 35% improvement in economy 8 Nov 2017 (News)
  As part of its Skyactiv-X, the next generation of Skyactiv, Mazda is developing a Spark Controlled Compression Ignition petrol engine. Most of the combustion of the fuel/air is by compression, as in a diesel. But to achieve a stoichiometric ‘lean burn’ air-fuel ratio of 30:1 all the fuel in the combustion chamber needs to burn simultaneously. This is achieved by adding spark ignition.
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  Motorists set to save £200 as petrol heads towards £1 per litre 8 Jan 2015 (News)
  The latest fuel price cuts from supermarkets could save motorists £200 a year as oil plummets to a six year low. As a result, p etrol prices have fallen to a low as 105 pence-per-litre and diesel to 113 pence-per-litre.
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  Skoda registers high sales 30 Dec 2009 (News)
  The latter has been called by the carmaker "the most luxurious and most practical car ever to wear the famous winged arrow badge". Fuel efficiency has been a selling point for this range as well, with the manufacturer touting the low carbon emissions to come out of the line's engines, which range from 1.4 TSI to 3.6 V6 and are equipped with direct fuel injection.
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  'Drivers could save by reversing' 18 Jul 2008 (News)
  Tim Shallcross, speaking on behalf of the IAM, remarked that choosing to reverse into a space ten or 12 times per week "adds up to about £100 a year". "Anything that reduces fuel consumption is welcome since motorists are paying an enormous cost in fuel at the present time," said the official. Demand for environmentally-friendly vehicles has been outlined by automobile manufacturer Ford.
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  What Car? Green Awards to take place at BIMS next week 16 Jul 2008 (News)
  "With increasing environmental concerns among car buyers, not to mention green taxes and spiralling fuel costs, the time is right for a recognised Green Awards," he said. This comes as What Car? has set up a petition allowing drivers to show their dissatisfaction at the UK's high fuel tax costs.
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  Registration of diesel vehicles rises in November 11 Dec 2007 (News)
  However, SMMT chief executive Christopher Macgowan has stated that the figures are not as high as the "records set in 2003". "New diesel engines are around 20 per cent more fuel-efficient than a petrol equivalent - good news for the motorist at times of rising fuel costs and it also means a similar saving on CO2 emissions," said the official. An environmentally-friendly approach to travel has been encouraged by former US vice president Al Gore, who recently picked up the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to raise awareness of global warming.
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  New Focus Diesel 7 Mar 2001 (News)
  Combined consumption is stated to be 51.4mpg, but no CO2 figure is yet available. The engine is a direct injected common rail diesel with fuel pumped into the rail at 1,600 bar. Electronically controlled injectors then meter the fuel into the combustion chambers. Normally the engine puts out 184lb ft torque (249Nm), but the electronics allow what Ford calls transient overtorque for improved acceleration when the accelerator is being pressed.
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  Millers Launches New Range of Energy Efficient Oils 28 Feb 2013 (News)
  Millers Oils has launched a new range of Energy Efficient oils employing Nanotechnology that have been proven to cut fuel costs by up to 2.5% and reduce engine wear. The oils reduce friction and the result is a potential 2.5% improvement in fuel economy and up to 50% reduction in engine wear. Nanodrive Low Friction Technology was first used in motorsport gearbox and engine oils, allowing racers to release more power and torque by reducing frictional losses in the engine. The same technology has allowed the design of Millers Energy Efficient engine and gearbox oils for the everyday car.
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  Honest John's Deals of the Week 7 Aug 2017 (News)
  >> Click here to see the deal Win free fuel for a year Black Circles is offering the chance to win £1250 of Tesco fuel vouchers. To be eligible, customer must  purchase Goodyear, Dunlop, Michelin, Yokohama, Avon or Kumho tyres from Blackcircles.com before 28 August 2017.
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  Autumn Statement 2016: How will it affect you? 23 Nov 2016 (News)
  A further £220 million will be spent to address local traffic pinch points; however, there are no details on which roads will get the funding or when the work will be complete.  The planned rise in fuel duty has – for the seventh year in succession – been frozen at 57.9p-per-litre. The Government says this £850 expenditure will save the average car driver £130 a year and van driver £350 a year.  A further £390 million will be invested to develop ultra-low emission vehicles (ULEVs), renewable fuels, and autonomous vehicles.
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  Skoda Greenline II Range of Models Put to the Test 15 Feb 2011 (News)
    Skoda Octavia Greenline II hatchback £17,705, estate £19,035 This comes on 195/65 R15 Michelin Pilot Primacy HP tyres. Hatch EC combined CO2 99g/km. EC combined fuel 74.3mpg. Estate EC combined CO2 109g/km. EC combined fuel 67.3mpg. 0-60 11.1 seconds. Top speed 119mph. Again similar performance and economy to the SEAT Leon Ecomotiv, with the added bonus of Congestion Charge exemption for the hatchback.
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  Pump prices tumble as supermarkets go to war (again) 30 Oct 2013 (News)
  “Wholesale prices have been falling and it is reasonable that some of this benefit is shared with consumers. The big retailers will still enjoy decent margins on each litre of fuel they sell. The surprise would be if the supermarkets weren’t passing on some of their good fortune to hard pressed motorists.”
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  Zipcar adds Ampera to fleet 21 May 2012 (News)
  London users might never need that fuel, though. Zipcar has partnered with Boroughs across London to increase the number of charging points, so users can top up the battery without needing the petrol engine. 
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  Nissan: New minicar much bigger than it appears 2 Dec 2009 (News)
  Roox's "striking and elegant appearance" was also praised by the carmaker, as was its fuel efficiency rating of 21.5km/l2. Indeed, the range has already shown a 15 to 20 per cent improvement in fuel economy over the 2010 standards. This feature is partly aided by the vehicle's Continuously Variable Transmission function.
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  European drivers 'going green' 19 Aug 2009 (News)
  Statistics from automotive information company Jato Dynamics have shown sales of vehicles powered by certain eco fuels doubled in July, compared with the same month in 2008. However, such options may not be as popular with Brits as they are with some of our European neighbours. Italians were shown to be the most receptive to the use of eco fuels, with motorists in France, Sweden and Germany also found to be open to the idea of alternative forms of power.