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  Toyota unveils new iQ engine 5 Mar 2009 (News)
  -i petrol unit. Buyers opting for this version of the vehicle will also find it is equipped with Optimal Drive technology and Toyota's Stop & Start system - both of which are designed to improve fuel consumption and reduce CO2 emissions. The new engine features a six-speed
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  Cost-cutting motorists going "too far" 26 Feb 2009 (News)
  A new trend among hard-up motorists has been condemned by Kwik-Fit. The company explained a growing number of drivers were attempting to cut fuel costs by putting their vehicles into neutral when travelling downhill. Research by the firm found 15 per cent of motorists indulge
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  Toyota tops Honda for eco accolade 27 Jan 2009 (News)
  . Toyota GB managing director Miguel Fonseca said the company was "honoured" to receive the recognition. He said the brand "works continuously to achieve ever higher environmental standards in all areas [and] to bring substantial reductions in emissions and fuel consumption
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  Government urges drivers to go green 6 Jan 2009 (News)
  . The government claimed by opting for a more economical vehicle, drivers could save up to three months' worth of fuel annually. Commenting on the new online service, transport minister Andrew Adonis said: "By using the ACT On CO2 search tool, buyers can choose the most fuel-efficient cars and see
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  Kia unveils latest eco-friendly development 24 Nov 2008 (News)
  People who are considering buying a car with strong green credentials may be interested in work being carried out by Kia. The manufacturer has just unveiled its Borrego fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) at the Los Angeles
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  Road user charging scheme 'could benefit motorists' 10 Nov 2008 (News)
  . He added - if implemented - this kind of initiative could see the end of road tax and fuel duty, as well as reducing congestion. This summer, ETA reported increasing fuel prices had improved traffic flow on motorways, despite an overall increase in the number of vehicles on the road
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  New cars could save motorists money in the long run 10 Nov 2008 (News)
  eco-friendly driving techniques in a new motor can save up to £800 a year more than those who try the same thing in an older model. A variety of cars were driven around the M25. It was revealed the older models were able to achieve a three per cent improvement on the fuel
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  Renault Clio 'could be a cost-effective choice' 17 Oct 2008 (News)
  People looking for car buying advice may be interested to hear the Renault Clio achieved a 27 per cent improvement in fuel economy during this year's MPG Marathon. According to the manufacturer, this jump in performance
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  'Drivers can save with Blue Lion range' 14 Aug 2008 (News)
  The Blue Lion range from Peugeot can see motorists make significant savings, according to the automobile manufacturer. A car from the line can result in cheaper all-round motoring without drivers having to compromise on vehicle size or the type of model they want. Fuel consumption
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  Emissions in new cars fall over Q2 9 Jul 2008 (News)
  to help reduce their carbon footprint. But Jay Nagley from Clean Green Cars stated that it is money, not the environment, which has sparked the statistics. "Fuel costs, not environmental concerns, have done more to accelerate the shift to fuel efficient cars than any other
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  Powershift Grants Extended to Older Vehicles 11 Oct 2001 (News)
  :- www.est-powershift.org.uk (nb this is an EXCELLENT, highly informative website.) www.lpga.co.uk Remember, though LPG is a clean fuel and keeps engine oil clean, fuel economy on LPG averages around 10% poorer, so
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  Cheap Mondeos Before July's Price Rise 6 Jun 2008 (News)
  delivery. Ford Mondeo 1.6 Edge (125) 4Dr £12,591 Ford Mondeo 2.0 Edge (145) 4Dr £12,991 Ford Mondeo 2.0 Edge (145) 4Dr Flexi Fuel £13,002 Ford Mondeo 2.3 Edge (161) 4Dr 6 Speed Auto £14,120 Ford Mondeo 1.8
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  One in four drivers don’t bother checking their car’s tyre pressures, research shows 14 Mar 2017 (News)
  Underinflated tyres are linked to a broad range of problems, with the uneven contact on the road resulting in excessive wear and an increased risk of puncture. Fuel economy can also be heavily affected by tyres that are not inflated correctly, with the increased rolling resistance forcing the engine to work
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  'Which?' Names Mazda 'Best Car Manufacturer' 21 Jun 2014 (News)
  again claim the crown it first won in 2008. Which? Magazine writes: "Mazda is a worthy winner with more than two thirds of its cars rated as best buys and scored well with owners for reliability and satisfaction.  "The Mazda3 offers a winning combination of fuel economy, style
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  New car sales jump 13.4 per cent in June 4 Jul 2013 (News)
  registrations in June. The Ford Fiesta was the biggest seller, with 11,332 sales. The Focus takes second place, with 9128 registrations in June. The SMMT says that the switchover to fuel-efficient models has helped fuel growth and new car CO2 emissions are down 3.7 per
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  Report: Peking to Paris, day nine 6 Jun 2013 (News)
  that car 11, the Bentley Christian Schenk, had developed a leak in the fuel tank. They were not alone as car 46, the Citroen Maigret of Mario Illian, and car 78, the Holden of Mike and James Killingsworth, also had fuel leaks. The Holden has re-joined us having caught up after losing time with a clutch
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  Renault Lowers its Average CO2 Once Again 13 May 2011 (News)
  ). With diesel now costing over £1.40 per litre, owners of its latest fuel-sipping Renault eco 2 model won’t have to visit the dreaded pumps very often, with an EC certified 949 miles between fill-ups. Bolstering the cost savings of running’s the French marque’s latest ‘green’ model, it also
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  VIDEO: car news in two minutes 2 Dec 2016 (News)
  Two Weeks, Two Minutes is our unique video roundup of the biggest news on HonestJohn.co.uk.  In this edition: a brand new Ford Fiesta; fuel prices skyricket; you're possibly a terrible driver; there's a new Volkswagen saloon-coupé thing coming
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  February 2019 DVSA recall round-up: Over 140,000 Hondas added to Takata airbag recall 14 Feb 2019 (News)
  .   Volvo is also recalling 30,777 cars over a fuel problem that may result in cracks on the inside of the hose. The issue affects cars built between April 2015 and May 2016, including popular models like the XC90, V40 and V60. Volkswagen has issued a DVSA safety notice for 44,000 Polos over
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  New BIK Tax Beating C Class 9 Jul 2002 (News)
  in tax of £915.98. Over a typical period of 36 months, the new C180 KOMPRESSOR Classic Saloon offers a tax saving of an amazing £2,775.32 compared with the previous C180 Classic Saloon. In addition to their low carbon dioxide levels, the TWINPULSE engines offer improved fuel