Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

One company vehicle operator is speaking out against current London Congestion Charge rules which exclude vans from the Greener Vehicle Discount rules which allow cars under 100g/km CO2 to avoid paying a charge to travel through the capital. Hoist hire company, Plantire currently runs a couple of Vauxhall Corsavan 1.3

Low CO2 57

Low CO2 CO2 Charging London 57

Green Cars News

JULY 6, 2012

Want to rent a green car and live in the Northampton area? The arrival of Green Motion will assure that idea is more than a load of old cobblers. The car and van rental company, which is the world’s first and only vehicle rental company dedicated to low CO2 vehicle rental, has now expanded its [.].

Green Cars 48

Green Cars Green Low CO2 CO2 48

Green Cars News

APRIL 10, 2010

The brand new Lotus Elise has a unique claim to fame – for its performance level it has the lowest CO2 emissions of any petrol sports car in the world. That’s the statement after the new entry level 2011 Lotus Elise was certified with an emissions figure of 149g/km of CO2 – that’s a reduction of [.].

CO2 44

CO2 Low CO2 Petrol Green Cars 44

Green Cars News

JANUARY 20, 2014

Skoda has added a new low CO2 model of its Octavia hatch model called the Octavia GreenLine, with an official CO2 figure of just 85g/km. Powered by a 1.6 litre TDI CR 110PS engine, the new model also boasts official fuel economy figure of 88.3mpg, giving it the highest rating in the Octavia line-u[.].

CO2 48

CO2 Low CO2 Fuel Economy Emissions 48

Green Cars News

APRIL 8, 2010

Small cars will no longer mean cheap cars as the car market is set for minor revolution, it is predicted. According to Network Automotive, the long established perceived link in car buyer’s mind between vehicle size and prestige is about to be blown apart.

Aston Martin 46

Aston Martin Low CO2 Market CO2 46

Green Cars News

JUNE 20, 2009

Tags: Green cars Latest news France low carbon vehicle projects.

France 36

France Low CO2 CO2 Energy Storage 36

Green Cars News

NOVEMBER 14, 2010

A new paper has been published outlining the role that natural gas could play in reducing vehicle carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Published by the International Energy Agency (IEA), it suggests that over the long term there needs to be a commitment to transition to very low CO2 gas sources including biogas or bio-synthentic gas.

Gas 46

Gas Emissions Low CO2 CO2 46

Green Cars News

AUGUST 29, 2019

Peugeot have announced the upcoming plug-in hybrid version of their 3008 SUV will offer an official CO2 rating of just 29g/km – placing it in the lowest Benefit-in-Kind tax rate – as well as an astonishing 300hp.

Low CO2 34

Low CO2 CO2 PHEV Emissions 34

Green Cars News

JANUARY 19, 2012

A free event is expected to encourage uptake of electric and low carbon vehicles within the fleet sector. With interest in hybrid and electric technology gathering pace amongst fleets, the EV and Low CO2 Fleet Show will aim to demonstrate the benefits of EVs and vehicles with diminished tailpipe output.

Fleet 49

Fleet Low CO2 CO2 Sale 49

Green Cars News

JUNE 21, 2012

Using its range of EcoBoost petrol engines, TDCi diesel engines and low CO2 ECOnetic Technologies, Ford is to lead an assault on excessive CO2 with its new range of Focus, C-Max, Grand C-Max, B-Max and Transit [.]. Ford is set to introduce no less than an impressive 15 new models with class-leading efficiency levels this year.

Low CO2 50

Low CO2 Economy CO2 Petrol 50

Green Cars News

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

Volvo has added its new lowest emission engines to its new V40 and V40 Cross Country models; meaning CO2 emissions are now rated as low as 85g/km. Claiming that its new Drive-E powertrains deliver world-class blend of drivability and low CO2 emissions, the Swedish car brand initially released the [.].

Volvo 49

Volvo Low CO2 Engine CO2 49

Green Cars News

FEBRUARY 24, 2012

Toyota has today confirmed that the forthcoming Yaris Hybrid will emit just 79g/km of CO2 when it comes to the UK this July. The ultra-low CO2 figure ensures the supermini will have some of the lowest running costs of any car; qualifying for free road tax, London congestion charge exemption, and for company car drivers, [.].

Toyota 49

Toyota Hybrid Low CO2 Emissions 49

Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 14, 2011

Fun, sporty, spacious, and low CO2 emissions – that will be the MINI Countryman ALL4 Cooper D then. We’ve been sent a new road test on the largest MINI on the market by Autobuddy, a leading provider in all aspects of vehicle supply, contract hire and leasing. Written by MotorMistress, Autobuddy’s resident online news reporter, [.].

Low CO2 51

Low CO2 CO2 Supplies Emissions 51

Green Cars News

MARCH 5, 2012

Average CO2 emissions from new cars across Europe dropped to 136.1g/km That means that now nearly 30 per cent of all new cars sold across Europe are classed as ‘low CO2’ (101 g/km – 120 g/km), as car makers and [.]. km in 2011, down from 140.9g/km

Emissions 44

Emissions Low CO2 CO2 Cars 44

Green Cars News

MAY 8, 2014

Diesel vehicles have been the darling of the push for better fuel economy in recent years and have duped many people into believing them to be a ‘green choice’ thanks to their tendency to come top of low CO2 lists. Green credentials' But according to a leading environmental health expert at King’s College, London, d[.].

Diesel 50

Diesel Low CO2 Pollution Fuel Economy 50

Green Cars News

FEBRUARY 3, 2012

Details are sketchy at best so far however the manufacturer hopes to deliver a light commercial vehicle with equally light fuel consumption and low CO2 emissions that is still tough enough to absorb the everyday abuse that comes with the [.]. Mercedes-Benz has announced plans for an electric version of its new city van, the Citan.

Mercedes 50

Mercedes Low CO2 CO2 Light 50

Green Cars News

MAY 7, 2009

By analysing carbon dioxide (CO2) data for this year’s new car sales in the UK, it found that Ford has made more improvements than any other car manufacturer in terms of reducing its CO2 output, which is directly linked to improving fuel economy.

Ford 36

Ford Emissions CO2 Low CO2 36

Green Cars News

JULY 19, 2010

The plans would mean that ultra-low CO2 emitting diesel cars would become exempt for the congestion charge for the first time alongside other vehicles which [.]. Tags: Green credentials Volvo Boris Johnson CO2 congestion charge diesel Environmental Protection london.

Low CO2 44

Low CO2 Charging London CO2 44

Green Cars News

FEBRUARY 6, 2014

With a focus on lightweight design and a radical look, the new C-segment car will boast strong fuel economy and low CO2 emissions, expected to be officially rated as delivering up t[.]. Citroen has revealed the production-ready version of its C4 Cactus which is set to arrive on the market this autumn.

Citroen 45

Citroen Low CO2 Fuel Economy CO2 45

Green Cars News

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

litre unit is supercharged and produces 98PS and 147Nm of torque, as well as providing low CO2 emissions of 99g/km. The new Nissan Note DIG-S has arrived in UK showrooms, powered by one of the Japanese manufacturer''s state-of-the-art engines. In the new Note, the engine is capable of 65.7mpg[.].

Nissan 44

Nissan Low CO2 CO2 Engine 44

Green Cars News

JUNE 17, 2009

The vehicle, which is offered in both five-door and estate form, has a carbon dioxide (CO2) emission rating of 139g/km and furthers Ford’s commitment to creating fuel efficient models. Tags: Ford Green cars Latest news ford mondeo Ford Mondeo ECOnetic. For family drivers, the vehicle fits into VED band E.

Ford 39

Ford Low CO2 CO2 Fuel Economy 39

Green Cars News

MARCH 12, 2012

Green Motion – the low CO2 vehicle and van hire firm – has been appointed the preferred car supplier for Aston Villa Football Club.

Green 42

Green Low CO2 CO2 Fleet 42

Green Cars News

NOVEMBER 27, 2013

Using now controversial turbocharging, the engine achieves a low CO2 emission rating yet also r[.]. Ford’s already highly acclaimed 1.0 litre EcoBoost engine has won another prize, this time been crowned winner of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders’ (SMMT) Automotive Innovation award 2013.

Ford 41

Ford Engine Low CO2 CO2 41

Green Cars News

MAY 6, 2010

The US carmaker continues to use the low CO2 sub brand on its greenest Fiesta and Focus models but its lowest emitting Mondeo models will not be labelled under the ECOnetic badge. Oddly, the carmaker has however introduced a new powerful and low emitting petrol [.]. Ford has dropped the ECOnetic brand from its Mondeo range.

Ford 36

Ford Low CO2 Range CO2 36

Green Cars News

JUNE 28, 2010

While Toyota welcomes Vince Cable to mark the start of Auris hybrid production today, Ford welcomes a visit from the Prince of Wales to its Bridgend plant where it produces its low CO2 1.6 litre EcoBoost petrol engines. The Prince visits as the high tech plant celebrates its 30th birthday. Prince Charles first visited [.].

Low CO2 36

Low CO2 CO2 Petrol Ford 36

Green Cars News

OCTOBER 2, 2009

“Our sales staff can take customers in the Prius without embarrassment, because its green credentials match our own,” adds Mr Hemington. Toyota Prius is an ideal fleet choice for any company that needs to be – and to be seen to be – environmentally aware.”.

Prius 54

Prius Toyota Renewable Energy 54

Green Cars News

MAY 14, 2009

The incentive will apply to vehicles such as the Peugeot 207, Europe’s best selling low CO2 car in 2008. Tags: Chrysler Green cars Latest news Peugeot Volkswagen MG vehicle scrappage scheme. The scrappage scheme comes into effect on May 18.

Scrappage 36

Scrappage Manufacturer Chrysler Low CO2 36

Green Cars News

APRIL 23, 2009

The target for fuel economy is 39.2mpg, while the average CO2 emissions aim to be 189 g/km. Following the launch of ECOnetic models in Ford’s Fiesta, Focus and Mondeo passenger car ranges, Ford are now looking to implement their low CO2 approach in the commercial vehicle market. litre 115PS Duratorq TDCi engine.

Ford 36

Ford Cleaner Low CO2 CO2 36

Green Cars News

MAY 5, 2009

Very low CO2 emission levels combined with good fuel economy have led leading countryside conservation organisation The Farming and Wildlife Advisory Group (FWAG) to select the Vauxhall Astra ecoFLEX 1.7 CDTi 16v as its preferred fleet car. The Astra will help us to do this in several ways.

Fleet 32

Fleet Low CO2 Fuel Economy CO2 32

Green Cars News

JULY 9, 2009

litre TDI variants, and employs the very latest efficiency measures to make 61.4mpg and 120g/km CO2 output a reality. With such low emissions, the A4 squeezes into tax band C at just £35 a year. Available exclusively in saloon form, the new A4 2.0 TDIe joins the range alongside the three existing, and continuing, 2.0-litre

Tax 36

Tax Audi CO2 Economy 36

Green Cars News

MAY 5, 2009

Being exempt from the London Congestion Charge makes the Insight ideal to transfer books between the two museum sites, while its low CO2 emissions of 101g/km mean it will save the museum money with reduced road tax of £15 a year, low company car tax and excellent fuel economy of 64.2mpg (combined) which means fewer trips to the filling station.

Insight 36

Insight Honda Low CO2 London 36

Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

In fact, fuel consumption and CO2 emissions are reduced by up to 20 per cent compared to a conventional petrol engine. The primary benefits delivered by the Ford EcoBoost approach include: optimised engine efficiency – fuel consumption and CO2 emissions reduced by up to 20 per cent. “With the 2.0-litre

Petrol 32

Petrol Ford Engine Downsizing 32