Car Blog & Car News
Every day, it seems that the world of cars becomes more complex. New testing procedures, new cars, new engine types, hybrids, electric, hydrogen etc… So it’s great when videos come out highlighting what a new thing means. In this case, Volkswagen breaks down the new Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicles Test Procedure. In this process, the […]
Motorists are set to benefit from more realistic emissions and fuel economy performance data after two new groundbreaking EU car tests came into force yesterday, replacing a single test that hasn’t been updated for some 20 years. The new tests, which measure everything from fuel consumption and carbon dioxide (CO2), to nitrogen oxides (NOX), particulates […]
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) is a trade association supporting the interests of the UK automotive industry. The recent UK Air Quality Plan has been welcomed by many and seen as step forward in tackling problem pollution of not just CO2 but also harmful particulates. Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive, said, “SMMT welcomes […]
The Volkswagen scandal has hit major news sources around the globe. In a nutshell, it concerns the level of NOx (Nitrogen Oxide) emissions that diesel vehicles emit. It appears that a ‘defeat device’ has been used in some vehicles to register lower levels of NOx pollutants during testing than the vehicle would emit in real […]
Due to EU regulations, so-called ‘greener’ fuel is coming to the UK. Named E10 fuel, it contains 10% bio-ethanol and is being rolled out across the UK as part of the Government’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and conforming to the EU’s Renewable Energy Directive. This requires 10% of road transport energy to be […]
A 34 mile section of the M1 will be operating at a reduced speed limit in order to reduce emissions, if current plans are to go ahead. Concerns are that other motorway sections will also be targeted and will face a drop in 2015. The Highways Agency has offered that Junction 28 at Matlock in […]
Auto Express has highlighted that the Government’s own data has shown that buses outside of London are more polluting per passenger than the average car during the last decade. Not only is this is a shock but it’s a real disappointment. If public transport providers cannot lower their emissions – per passenger – then they […]
There’s recently been some press coverage over issues around ownership of new vehicles fitted with a diesel particulate filter, or DPF. It stops the nasty black smoky stuff from pouring out of the exhaust of your diesel powered car. It seems that some owners of said diesels are feeling a little mis-sold, as they are […]
I’m not sure how newsworthy this is, but I’m guessing quite so given how furiously politicians sprout their nonsense about buses and other forms of public transport being perfect for the new ‘green’ world we all find ourselves in (like it or not). On the way home, I had to stand on a noisy, cramped […]
Fiat has the lowest CO2 emissions rating figures for a volume manufacturer, at 133.7g/km, according to the JATO (the automotive business intelligence experts). The Italian firm is going to be offering green test drive sessions for customers are certain dealerships – these will analyse the driving style and provide tips on how to improve mileage […]