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  New Fiat Qubo "practical and environmentally friendly" 15 Jul 2009 (News)
  It will be fitted with the manufacturer's eco:Drive technology and is aimed at helping drivers cut down on fuel consumption by figuring out how they can improve their motoring style. Andrew Humberstone, Fiat Group Automobiles UK managing director, said all cars in the range are designed to be "fun" yet green and sensible.
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  Peugeot 308 'is a green choice' 1 Jul 2009 (News)
  A couple driving a 308 SE HDi 110 recently made a trip round Britain with the aim of using as little diesel as possible. During the 3,700-mile trip, the auto achieved average fuel economy of 126.8 mpg. This was verified by an official from Guinness World Records and even Peugeot admitted to being a little surprised. Fleet sales director Phil Robson stated: "We've been telling customers that our low-CO2 ... vehicles are ... very economical and fuel efficient, but I have to say even I am very impressed by this achievement.
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  Green motorists may be impressed by Fiat invention 9 Mar 2009 (News)
  The technology is capable of increasing power by ten per cent and reducing fuel consumption and emissions by the same amount. Fiat made this announcement after being named the carmaker with the lowest average CO2 figures for the second consecutive year. In other motoring news , the group recently unveiled an online marketing campaign for the new Qubo, featuring the singer James Morrison.
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  Revised Avensis 'is stylish and economical' 5 Dec 2008 (News)
  The manufacturer said the model "delivers more style, higher performance, improved fuel economy and lower emissions". Available to buy from January 1st, there will be a choice of saloon and tourer body styles and four equipment grades. Prices for the car will start at £15,760 on-the-road.
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  Honda unveils 'sports car of the future' 24 Nov 2008 (News)
  Motorists who are thinking about buying a car and are looking for an eco-friendly manufacturer may want to consider Honda. The company has just unveiled a fuel cell concept vehicle at the LA Auto Show. According to the manufacturer, the FC Sport -which is a hydrogen-powered three-seater - gives motorists a glimpse of what sports cars may look like in the future.
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  Eco-driving 'can help save money and the planet' 14 Oct 2008 (News)
  Organisers of this year's ALD Automotive/Total Excellium MPG Marathon state the event has shown avoiding sharp braking and accelerating can cut fuel costs by an average of 23 per cent. They point out if everyone in the UK adapted their behaviour behind the wheel in this way, a total of £8.2 billion would be saved each year. People taking part in the 2008 marathon undertook a round trip between Bristol and Macclesfield.
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  Fabia Estate picks up green car award 11 Jul 2008 (News)
  "The Fabia Greenline Estate offers a unique proposition in the market, as it has the fuel efficiency and cleanliness you'd expect from a small green car but with a lot more load space," he said. Skoda's Fabia range has been in production since 1999 and succeeded the Skoda Felicia.
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  Cambridge car club looks to cut congestion 9 Jul 2008 (News)
  A car club has been set up in Cambridge with the intention of cutting congestion in the area as well as sidestepping expensive fuel costs, a local news source has reported. Cambridge News has stated that for £49.50 per year, drivers can hire out vehicles as and when they need them, with additional costs depending on the automobile required.
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  Cameron 'wants to go further' with green cars 16 Jun 2008 (News)
  Conservative Party leader David Cameron has announced that he wants the UK to be a world leader when it comes to hydrogen fuel cell or battery power vehicles. The politician questioned why Britain is lagging behind the US when it comes to the technology, when the US has "been slow in getting climate change".
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  New 307 Beats Golf on Emissions 23 Oct 2001 (News)
  Peugeot's new 307 2.0 HDI 110bhp diesel models with FAP particulate filters use even less fuel and emit less CO2 than the excellent new VW Golf GT TDI 130. Figures for the Peugeot are 54.3mpg in the combined cycle and 138g/km CO2 compared to the VW's 52.3mpg and 148g/km CO2. Both cars qualify for the lowest 2002-2003 VED rate for a diesel of £110.
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  Honest John's Deals of the Week 29 Mar 2016 (News)
  Click for more details Thursday 3 March  Get £500 towards your fuel when you buy your new Suzuki SX4 S-Cross. The offer is  open only to private buyers and you must be aged 18 or over.  E ligible participants will receive a Visa prepaid card with £500 for buying fuel.
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  F1 Style KERS For Volvo Road Cars 31 May 2011 (News)
  "The flywheel's stored energy is sufficient to power the car for short periods. However, this has a major impact on fuel consumption. Our calculations indicate that the combustion engine will be able to be turned off about half the time when driving according to the official New European Driving Cycle," explains Derek Crabb.
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  Spotted in the classifieds 26 Apr 2011 (News)
  If you’ve got a full drivers license though, there are far more vehicles for sale. But you’ll still have your own ideas about what’s important when buying. Fuel economy is high up on everyone’s list at the moment, and alternatives like hybrids and electric vehicles are increasingly popular. But there are those who deny the problems caused by fossil fuels, and relics remain from a time when petrol could be frivolously burned.
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  HPI UPDATES CO2 INFORMATION 3 Jun 2009 (News)
  · Clear your car of unnecessary clutter - an extra 100lb of weight reduces the fuel economy of your car by up to 2%. · Check your tyre pressures are correct to reduce petrol costs by 10%. · Avoid jerking, jack rabbit starts and over-revving.
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  Spotted in the classifieds 11 Apr 2011 (News)
  The three-speed automatic gearbox should make for comfortable, relaxed cruising but don’t expect much in terms of fuel economy, this is, after all, powered by a 6.75-litre V8... But, if the prospect of classic motoring and big fuel bills is off putting, then how about something less thirsty and altogether more modern?
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  Honest John's Deals of the Week 30 Jun 2017 (News)
  >> Click here to see the deal Leading supermarkets cut the price of fuel The four major supermarkets - Sainsburys, Morrisons, Tesco and ASDA - have cut the cost of fuel in time for the summer holidays. The 2p-per-litre price reduction on petrol and diesel, 1p-per-litre at ASDA, brings the price of fuel down to 111p-per-litre on multiple forecourts across the UK.
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  Say goodbye to the 6.2-litre AMG engine 8 Jun 2015 (News)
  Tightening emissions regulations and rising fuel costs mean future AMG cars will have to make do with smaller engines, according to AMG powertrain engineer Jorg Gindele. But don’t worry too much, the replacement is set to be the 5.5-litre turbo, which is hardly what you’d call ‘small.’
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  January new car market 6 Feb 2012 (News)
  "2012 is set to be an exciting year with record numbers of new models coming to market filled with innovative technology that will save the motorist fuel, enhance comfort and further increase levels of safety and security. However, to maintain market stability, government must act decisively and deliver much needed confidence to businesses and consumers."
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  American Drag Queen in Santa Pod FIA/UEM September Finals 23 Aug 2010 (News)
  The result is a spectacle of power and speed which is unrivalled anywhere this side of the Atlantic. Troxel is an NHRA national event winner in Top Alcohol Dragster, Top Fuel Dragster and Funny Car, who once topped 332mph in Top Fuel. Ms. Troxel began applying her driving talents to Pro Mod for the R2B2 team last year. Since the sport began, just 14 drivers have won NHRA national events in both Top Fuel and Funny Car; Troxel is the only female among them.
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  Frankfurt Motor Show 2015: Toyota Launches New Prius But Holds Back Details 15 Sep 2015 (News)
  The press release tells us its new Prius "heralds the next generation of Toyota's signature hybrid powertrain" but is strangely reticent about the details. It talks of making its next generation hybrids easier and more intuitive to drive, that fuel economy is improved and that the new drivetrain is more compact. We get two statistics: that the thermal efficiency of the new engine is improved by more than 40% over its predecessor and that the new hybrid system targets an 18% improvement in fuel efficiency.