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Toyota and Kenworth prove that Hydrogen Fuel Cells can power heavy duty electric trucks. 23 Apr 2019 (News)
of Toyota’s original Project Portal proof-of-concept machines that have pioneered the use of hydrogen fuel cell technology for cleaner transportation of cargo. The new truck provides better packaging and an estimated driving range of more than 300 miles on a tank of fuel – double that of typical drayage -
Company car tax: Is my employer right to put tracking equipment in my company car? 24 Aug 2011 (News)
of calculating more effective utilisation of vans and trucks, but with more sophisticated equipment it has become possible to monitor much more than routes and position. As well as recording fuel consumption the equipment can also detect harsh manoeuvres (acceleration, braking -
Peugeot launches new car purchase scheme 30 Jun 2010 (News)
Peugeot has launched a unique new ownership scheme called Just Add Fuel - a programme that covers all the major motoring costs in one single monthly payment. It means that driver's only have to worry about paying for fuel and also gives them the opportunity to drive a new car every -
Peugeot 308 Manages Nearly 90mpg 5 Mar 2010 (News)
. Coinciding with the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, the Peugeot ECO CUP was designed to see if four different standard Peugeot HDi diesel models in the hands of everyday drivers could deliver fuel economy to match or beat the official government fuel economy figures. The result? They were not so much matched -
Fuel prices continue to surge as pound plummets 2 Nov 2016 (News)
A combination of the weak pound and rising oil prices have contributed to average fuel prices rising at the fastest rate in four years. As a result petrol prices now stand at 116.7 pence-per-litre, while diesel has risen to 118.6p. Data from the RAC -
New ‘fuel saving’ catalytic converter developed 28 Jan 2014 (News)
Imperial College London has developed a new catalytic converter that can save fuel and reduce CO2 emissions. The new device is smaller, lighter and cheaper than current catalytic converters and uses up to 80 per cent less rare metals. A catalytic -
Company car drivers should be 'freed from excessive tax burdens' 18 Jun 2010 (News)
in Benefit in Kind car tax compared to a petrol-engined car with the same CO2 emissions. The SMMT says dropping the surcharge would promote cleaner, more economical cars to company car drivers who might otherwise avoid a diesel-engined car because of the extra cost in company car tax. Fuel -
ASDA and Tesco provide some Christmas cheer with cut in fuel prices 17 Dec 2013 (News)
Motorists visiting ASDA and Tesco this Christmas will get some extra seasonal cheer after both supermarkets announced a drop in fuel prices. The changes come into effect on 17 December and will see motorists pay no more than 126.7p per litre for unleaded and 134.7p per -
New Tesco fuel offer cuts 10p off a litre 30 Jan 2012 (News)
Tesco’s latest offer to entice buyers into their stores offers 10p off every litre of fuel if you spend £60 or more in store, meaning a saving of around £4-£5 off the average cost of filling up from empty. There are some exclusions on what you can buy -
Diesel drivers urged to protect their warranties 26 Mar 2009 (News)
Motorists with diesel vehicles could invalidate their warranties by using a certain type of fuel, it has been claimed. Clean Green Cars warned that B30 - which is currently sold at 113 Morrisons' garages in the UK - has not received universal approval from manufacturers -
Fiat 'improves fuel efficiency of 500' 9 Feb 2009 (News)
of the model can expect to make fuel savings of up to 12 per cent, compared with the original edition. Managing director Andrew Humberstone said: "This is an important development for the 500 as it will help to make what is already a fuel-efficient, value-for-money car an even greater -
Mazda2 diesel 'could save you cash' 15 Oct 2008 (News)
People looking for car buying advice may be interested to hear the Mazda2 diesel was found to be the second most fuel efficient vehicle in the recent ALD Automotive/Total Excellium Fleet World MPG Marathon. The event - which -
UK unlikely to impose US-style fines over misleading fuel consumption figures 11 Dec 2014 (News)
The body representing car manufacturers in the UK has cast doubt that US-style fines could be imposed if fuel consumption figures are claimed to be inaccurate. Hyundai and Kia have been fined in the US after they declared errors were made in recording fuel economy data -
Toyota Hilux Reaches South Pole 24 Dec 2010 (News)
Four Hilux travel over 4,600 km across Antarctica with temperature down to minus 56°C and altitude of 3,400 m. Lower fuel consumption and higher average speed than any -
KIA Launches LPG Hybrid 25 Mar 2009 (News)
. The Eco Dynamics brand was unveiled at Kia Motors' domestic sales headquarters in Apkujeong-dong, Seoul, along with the company's blueprint for developing low-emission, fuel-efficient vehicles. The new brand communicates Kia's unique strategy and vision for vehicles with a reduced -
Government to introduce E10 fuel to combat rise in CO2 emission levels 4 Mar 2020 (News)
All standard petrol sold in the UK from 2021 will contain 10 per cent bioethanol, if a new Government consultation is given the greenlight. The new E10 fuel will replace the existing E5 grade petrol, which contains up -
Supermarkets knock 2p off price of fuel 9 Feb 2018 (News)
, the cartel of 12 producer countries including Iran and Saudi Arabia, restricted supply. However, experts believe that more price cuts could be on the way with global oil production increasing. RAC fuel spokesman Simon Williams said: “After three months of petrol -
Free Fuel with Michelin Tyres 7 Jun 2006 (News)
Customers buying four Michelin car, 4x4 or van tyres in a single transaction between 1 June and 31 July can claim up to £50 worth of free Sainsbury’s fuel vouchers. Michelin’s tyres already offer drivers excellent value for money due to their long life and low rolling -
Fuel cost savings wiped out 19 Apr 2001 (News)
Higher insurance costs, and resale values undermined by a depressed used-car market, have wiped out running cost savings from a five-pence-a-litre drop in fuel prices over the past year. AA Motoring Costs 2001, available free of charge on the AA's website -
Company car tax: 10 best diesel hot hatches for BIK 6 Oct 2015 (News)
A diesel hot hatch can offer the best of all worlds: space for all the family, and their luggage, strong performance, and great fuel economy as well as low BIK tax payments.