Britain’s most expensive EV charging provider revealed
Significant disparities in the cost of charging an electric vehicle have been revealed as part of a new survey.
Pollution cut at Hopsots after reduction in speed limit
Lower speed limits in five poor air quality hotspots has reduced air pollution, says the Welsh government.
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New roads should prioritise cyclists and pedestrians
Pedestrians, cyclists and public transport should be given priority over cars when roads are built or upgraded, to encourage more physical activity, the NICE the UK’s health watchdog has said.
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CO2 emissions rocket as car buyers ditch diesel
The continued backlash against diesel is causing CO2 emissions to rise, according to new data published today.
Government-funded charging points to get smart tech next summer
All government-funded home charging points for electric vehicles will have to use so-called ‘smart’ technology from July 2019, the government has said.
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Vauxhall confirms two more electric vehicles as tech-leap repeats history
Vauxhall will embark on an electric-focused technology drive, which will transform its range over the next two years at a similar rate to its first heady days as a car manufacturer at the start of the last century.
New diesels will HELP cities meet air pollution targets
New diesel cars will “play a strong role” in helping cities achieve their targets for air quality, a leading automotive industry executive has claimed.
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MPs want ban on petrol and diesel car sales brought forward
The 2040 ban on sales of new petrol and diesel vehicles should be brought forward by eight years, a group of MPs has said.
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