A guide to what affects the green credentials of a car. An introduction to the different aspects of green vehicles and eco automotive technology. It’s fair to say that over the past decade, green cars have pretty much taken over the automotive market. While in the past drivers have zoned in on the style and ...
Start-stop systems can help to dramatically improve your fuel efficiency. Favoured by city drivers, start-stop systems can also help to reduce your car emissions. From Volkswagen to BMW, a host of manufacturers are jumping on the bandwagon and incorporating the latest technology into their vehicles to make them as green as possible. One such example ...
The amount of CO2 your car emits can have a direct effect on the amount of car tax you are required to pay. A car’s CO2 emission count is tested in a laboratory on a “rolling road”. Forget features and colour; the most important factor when choosing a new car these days has to be ...
From November 2012 all tyres will have to display a new Energy Label. The new labeling system has been designed to show you how economical a tyre is before you purchase it. From the speed rating to the tyre sidewall profile, buying tyres can be a confusing business for the modern driver but from November ...
The insurance group your car falls into can have a direct effect on your car insurance premium. From parts prices to performance, a look at the factors which affect which car insurance group your car falls into. When the time comes to buy or lease a new car it’s worth taking some time to research ...
A guide to the London congestion charge. A look at how the London congestion charge works and what it’s used for. First introduced in 2003, the London congestion charge is designed to reduce congestion in Central London and raise investment for the capital’s transport system. While the system was first introduced to Central London, it ...
Car emissions are a hot topic in today’s motoring world but just what are they made up of? Car emissions are made up of a mixture of benign and harmful chemicals such as carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons. These days car emissions affect everything from how much you pay on your car tax to whether you ...
A look at the technology behind electric vehicles. Electric vehicles operate using an electric motor, a controller and rechargeable batteries. From the iconic Nissan Leaf to Mitsubishi i-MiEV, electric cars are a commonplace sight on today’s roads. Popular with a range of drivers thanks to their futuristic appeal and green credentials, electric cars are taken ...
