Sustainability
Stellantis Circular Economy plan to offer used car parts for up to 30% less
Stellantis Circular Economy plan to offer used car parts for up to 30% less
The new Circular Economy division of Vauxhall, Peugeot and Citroen owner Stellantis will focus on reconditioning and reusing parts from old cars, amon…
Solar powered cars: amazing vehicles that run on the sun
Solar powered cars: amazing vehicles that run on the sun
Using clean, free power from the sun to run our cars sounds like a revolutionary answer to a lot of our current problems, but will it ever really work…
“There’s more to cutting emissions than simply buying an electric car”
“There’s more to cutting emissions than simply buying an electric car”
Deputy editor John McIlroy recently visited BMW’s innovation centre and found out how the German company plans to clean up more than just exhaust emis…
Will combustion engines live on?
Will combustion engines live on?
Electrofuels, or e-fuels, made from renewable energy sources could supplement auto electrification after 2035 in Europe and globally if obstacles are …
Porsche simulates hydrogen power test around the Nurburgring
Porsche simulates hydrogen power test around the Nurburgring
The virtual study used a hydrogen-powered turbocharged V8 similar to that used by the Porsche Cayenne and Panamera
Car pollution facts: from production to disposal, what impact do our cars have on the planet?
Car pollution facts: from production to disposal, what impact do our cars have on the planet?
How much pollution does your car produce in its lifetime and how can you reduce it? Keep reading to find out
Car carbon footprints: does the carbon neutral car exist?
Car carbon footprints: does the carbon neutral car exist?
What is a carbon-neutral car and why should you care? Keep reading to find out
London ULEZ expansion fails to lower emissions
London ULEZ expansion fails to lower emissions
Official data suggests the expansion of the ultra-low emission zone to the entirety of inner London has had no impact on emissions
What is hypermiling and how do you do it?
What is hypermiling and how do you do it?
Hypermiling helps you get the most from every last drop of fuel to maximise MPG. We explain how it works, and how it can save you money…
What are carbon credits, and what do they mean for the car industry?
What are carbon credits, and what do they mean for the car industry?
Carbon credits don’t directly impact car buyers, but they’re very important assets for car companies to consider and they’ll shape the future of the i…
GM could re-enter European market with EV-only models
GM could re-enter European market with EV-only models
Investment in EVs could mean a return to Europe for GM brands such as Cadillac and Chevrolet
What are alternative fuel vehicles?
What are alternative fuel vehicles?
We explore the types of ‘alternative fuels’ used to power cars including hydrogen fuel cells, LPG, CNG, electricity and others
Electric car particulate pollution myths busted by RAC report
Electric car particulate pollution myths busted by RAC report
A new report casts doubt on claims that EV tyres and brakes produce more particulates than those of petrol and diesel cars
Jaguar launches portable power pack using recycled I-Pace batteries
Jaguar launches portable power pack using recycled I-Pace batteries
JLR has collaborated with Off Grid Energy to produce a portable energy station using decommissioned batteries from its I-Pace electric car
Mercedes electric car battery recycling plant plan revealed
Mercedes electric car battery recycling plant plan revealed
A new Mercedes pilot plant in Germany will aim to recover precious metals from batteries
Buying a new car - your complete guide
Buying a new car - your complete guide
Our top tips for buying a new car from dealers, online brokers, car supermarkets and the questions you should be asking
Car recycling: how much of your old car is reused?
Car recycling: how much of your old car is reused?
Legislation dictates that 95 percent of a car has to be recycled when it's scrapped; we follow the high-tech process...
Audi approves V6 diesels for use with Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil
Audi approves V6 diesels for use with Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil
Renewable HVO fuel reduces CO2 in some Audi models by up to 95 per cent compared with fossil diesel
Corn-based ethanol biofuel is less eco-friendly than petrol
Corn-based ethanol biofuel is less eco-friendly than petrol
A study from the US suggests mixing corn-based ethanol into petrol to make biofuel may not be as environmentally friendly as previously thought
What are biofuels?
What are biofuels?
What are biofuels? And what role could they play in the future of cars and motoring?
Zero-emission emergency: The fire brigade that's switching to Tesla
Zero-emission emergency: The fire brigade that's switching to Tesla
We speak to the fire brigade looking to adopt Teslas across their flees and find out the challenges and opportunities of EV emergency vehicles
E10 petrol explained: checker tool, UK prices and is it OK for your car?
E10 petrol explained: checker tool, UK prices and is it OK for your car?
What is E10 fuel and will your car run on it? Here’s everything you need to know about E10...
Sustainable luxury: Bentley’s innovative approach to going green
Sustainable luxury: Bentley’s innovative approach to going green
As Bentley launches a Flying Spur Hybrid, we visit the firm’s Crewe HQ to see how the luxury car maker is becoming more eco-friendly
Stellantis readies hydrogen fuel Peugeot e-Expert and Citroen e-Dispatch vans
Stellantis readies hydrogen fuel Peugeot e-Expert and Citroen e-Dispatch vans
The technology will hit the French and German markets at the end of 2021, offering a range of around 250 miles and rapid refueling times
EV36Zero and Nissan’s road to carbon neutrality
EV36Zero and Nissan’s road to carbon neutrality
How the EV36Zero hub in Sunderland is set to take Nissan a step closer to its sustainability goals
UK fleet average carbon emissions down 11.8 per cent as EV take-up increases
UK fleet average carbon emissions down 11.8 per cent as EV take-up increases
Sustainability improves across the automotive sector in spite of the pandemic’s hit to turnover
What are synthetic fuels? efuels explained
What are synthetic fuels? efuels explained
Combustion engines could be viable in a fossil-fuel-free future thanks to new synthetic fuel tech. We explain how...
New BMW i Vision Circular concept showcases brand’s view of a sustainable future
New BMW i Vision Circular concept showcases brand’s view of a sustainable future
The new BMW i Vision Circular concept is a vision of a 2040 hatchback made entirely from recycled and recyclable materials
‘The sub-£20k new car could vanish under Euro 7 eco rules’
‘The sub-£20k new car could vanish under Euro 7 eco rules’
Deputy editor John McIlroy thinks Euro 7 proposals could make new small cars significantly more expensive
Commuter Cup: Citroen Ami vs Silence Scooter vs Volkswagen up!
Commuter Cup: Citroen Ami vs Silence Scooter vs Volkswagen up!
Bike, car or Citroen Ami? We find the best tool for commuting in London
“Electric cars have zero emissions, but we must consider how we generate electricity for them”
“Electric cars have zero emissions, but we must consider how we generate electricity for them”
Widespread adoption of electric vehicles can be good for the environment and for the UK’s economy, but former Aston Martin CEO Andy Palmer thinks they…
Drivers who give up cars given council cash to buy bicycles
Drivers who give up cars given council cash to buy bicycles
Expansion of mobility credit scheme in Coventry sees those who stop driving given £1,500 towards a new bicycle
“Car clubs provide friendship, expertise and enthusiasm”
“Car clubs provide friendship, expertise and enthusiasm”
After spending time with the Fiat 500 Club, editor-in-chief Steve Fowler hopes car clubs continue to thrive
Euro 6 vans and trucks: EU emissions rules for commercial vehicles explained
Euro 6 vans and trucks: EU emissions rules for commercial vehicles explained
New vans and trucks have to comply with Euro 6 emissions standards. Here’s what that means in detail
Ultimate guide to car sharing, car clubs and ride-sharing
Ultimate guide to car sharing, car clubs and ride-sharing
We have all you need to know about your car sharing options, with first-hand tests of Zipcar, DriveNow and more
Jaguar Land Rover Aluminium Upcycling initiative to slash carbon emissions
Jaguar Land Rover Aluminium Upcycling initiative to slash carbon emissions
The use of end-of-life vehicles in addition to other recycled sources, will form part of Jaguar Land Rover’s drive towards zero-emission production