Posted from NextGreenCar.com News 137 days ago
Green Cars : Eco Cars
May sees the launch of the World?s first high performance, zero-emission electric motorcycle in London. While its not the first commercial electric two-wheeler, the Vectrix is the first electric bike to combine its green credentials with the performance of a 400cc motorbike. The bike has a top spee... (original story)
Posted from NextGreenCar.com News 137 days ago
Green Cars : Eco Cars
Whether you are after a cute city runabout, a familiar family car or an exclusive executive auto, it is possible to get yourself some greener wheels, says Ben Lane, director of WhatGreenCar? Driving a car isn't the greenest activity in the world, but there are ways to minimise the impact your jour... (original story)
Posted from NextGreenCar.com News 137 days ago
Green Cars : Eco Cars
At this year’s Michelin Bibendum Challenge held in Shanghai, China, the Renault Logan eco² set a new low carbon emissions record of 71g/km for the event, covering the 172 km course on only 4.69 litres of diesel; equivalent to an average fuel consumption of 104 miles-per-gallon (mpg) or 2.7... (original story)
Posted from NextGreenCar.com News 137 days ago
Green Cars : Eco Cars
The first ever Sexy Green Car Show opened its doors today at the Eden Project. The Eden Project might seem a strange setting for a car show but having been to the exhibition the synergy between Cornwall?s legendary greenhouses and the ingenious green cars is clear for all to see. The location, logi... (original story)
Posted from NextGreenCar.com News 137 days ago
Green Cars : Eco Cars
London Mayor Ken Livingstone has announced plans to increase the Congestion Charge for the most polluting vehicles from 2009. Cars in road tax Band G (with carbon emissions >225 gCO2/km) will pay ?25 per day, while cars in Bands A and B (Bands C, D and E will be unaffected and continue to pay the st... (original story)
Posted from NextGreenCar.com News 137 days ago
Green Cars : Eco Cars
The Mayor of London, Ken Livingstone, has proposed new CO2 emissions-based charging bands for London’s congestion charge. Under the new scheme, cars with the highest CO2 emissions will pay three times more than they do now, and those with the lowest emissions will receive a 100% discount. I... (original story)
Posted from NextGreenCar.com News 137 days ago
Green Cars : Eco Cars
The Chancellor, Gordon Brown, has included ?green? measures in this year?s budget in an effort to remind the public of his green credentials, tackling climate change by reducing carbon emissions. Consequently the most fuel-efficient cars will remain at zero tax, while those in band B will enjoy a c... (original story)
Posted from NextGreenCar.com News 137 days ago
Green Cars : Eco Cars
PSA Peugeot-Citroen are to launch a diesel-hybrid Peugeot 308 to replace the 307. Peugeot?s first diesel-hybrod is to be launched in late 2007. Automotive News Europe report that the hybrid 308 will have a fuel economy of 3.4 litres/100km and will have CO2 emissions of only 90g/km. This will repres... (original story)
Posted from NextGreenCar.com News 137 days ago
Green Cars : Eco Cars
Plans to increase the Congestion Charge for the most polluting vehicles in London and provide discounts for low-emission vehicles look set to be scrapped as Boris Johnson takes up his position as the new mayor of London. As stated in Johnson's manifesto, the new Mayor will "reform the congestion c... (original story)
Posted from NextGreenCar.com News 137 days ago
Green Cars : Eco Cars
This year?s PBR has announced immediate increases in fuel excise duties for petrol and diesel of 1.25p per litre. Biodiesel and bioethanol fuels are also affected (although the 20 ppl tax advantage remains). The tax on natural gas used as a road fuel will increases by the petrol equivalent of 1.25p ... (original story)