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  Existing Lexus hybrids remain congestion tax exempt 15 Feb 2008 (News)
  . The exemption for less polluting cars is recognition of the lower emissions and fuel consumption benefits of Lexus Hybrid Drive. Owners also appreciate the unrivalled refinement and quietness offered by hybrid power Lexus models, and the surprisingly smooth acceleration provided by the powerful electric motors
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  Brand New Hyundai Just £4,995 5 Jul 2007 (News)
  conditioning as standard, electric front windows as well as a CD player and useful rear seats that split and fold. This practical and reliable car offers great fuel economy of 51.4 mpg and has a top speed of 91 mph. The Hyundai Getz produces 66 bhp and can also return on average up to 51.4 mpg
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  2004 X-Trail Finally Goes on Sale 9 Dec 2003 (News)
  It's been a long wait, but been worth it. The 2004 Nissan X-Trail is now on sale and availabe from Nissan dealers. Apart from the minor facelift, the big news is more power from the 2.2 diesel. This now pumps out 136PS, with a corresponding 16.3% hike in torque, yet official EC fuel
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  Peugeot 1.4HDI Diesel Now On Sale 7 Dec 2001 (News)
  to the extent of the older cast iron bock XUD engines. Fuel consumption on the combined drive cycle is 65.7 mpg for the 206 and 62.8 mpg for the 307. Carbon dioxide emissions levels for the 1.4 HDi 206 and 307 are the lowest in both vehicle ranges: 112 g/km and 120 g/km respectively. As a result
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  First Pix of New Peugeot 307 12 Feb 2001 (News)
  . Peugeot engineers have paid huge attention to safety. All models will have ABS brakes with Electronic Brake Force Distribution. On sudden, very heavy braking the fuel supply is automatically cut off and the hazard warning lights illuminated. Inside are six airbags, front and side, and active front seats
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  GM ANNOUNCES AGREEMENT WITH U.S. TREASURY 1 Jun 2009 (News)
  hourly retirees •Provide a higher level of customer service through a more focused U.S. network of approximately 3,600 dealers •Continue and increase its investment and leadership in fuel economy and advanced propulsion technologies Capital Structure
• Insuring your classic car for driving abroad 4 Apr 2019 (News)
  for blockage and the water pump for leaks. You could also consider fitting an after market electric fan. And, if your classic does suffer from fuel vaporisation, then now’s the time to reroute the fuel lines away from a hot engine lump. And, of course, getting the used to cover decent mileage beforehand
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  Honest John's Deals of the Week 29 Apr 2016 (News)
  .  Top 10 tips for buying a new car  /  Car finance advice  /  Fuel cost calculator Friday 29 April  Get a new Sony car stereo
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  The Mot Files: What does the test involve and why is it important? 18 Feb 2019 (News)
  - like the transmission and engine. So it's very important that your car is regularly serviced to ensure it's in good working order. What does the MoT test involve? The fuel system of the car is checked to make sure that it doesn't
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  Volkswagen also manipulated emissions tests in Europe, says German minister 24 Sep 2015 (News)
  talked about." However, he said he did not know how many vehicles in Europe are affected. However, it's still not clear whether these are NOx or CO2 tests. Official EU CO2 emissions tests are linked to fuel economy tests. The resulting 'claimed' economy figures are the ones manufacturers
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  Michelin Puts New Tyres to the Test at MIRA 15 Jul 2012 (News)
  The new EC tyre labelling requirements come into effect in November, compelling everyone involved in the manufacture distribution and fitting of vehicle tyres to label new tyres for ‘fuel efficiency’, wet grip and drive-by noise
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  Volvo Drive-E Drives Down Taxable Emissions 11 Apr 2012 (News)
  Combined) for manual versions of the Volvo S60, V60, V70 and S80 demonstrate Volvo Car Corporation's leading strength when it comes to fuel efficiency. Model/Engine   D2 (115 hp)   D3 (136 hp)   D4 (163 hp)   D5 (215 hp) S60
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  American Cars are Getting Older 4 Feb 2012 (News)
   miles.....(or at least they did prior to 2009-2012 VW TDi vehicles that have suffered a spate of high pressure fuel pump failures)." In the USA, Consumer Protection laws help preserve cars by landing big bills on the manufacturers rather than the car owners. A typical example is diesel
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  A rugged winter weather solution - Lada Niva 1 Sep 2011 (News)
  . That gets you... well, not much. Windows are operated by winders, there’s no stereo and there’s only one engine, a 1.7-litre petrol which manages a not-very-impressive 33mpg. It’s not too bad, though, because you can get a stereo fitted, and there is an optional LPG dual-fuel conversion to cut fuel costs
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  Spotted in the classifieds 5 May 2011 (News)
  Micra . It might not have the image of its European counterparts but a sturdily built chain cam 16v engine means it’s almost certainly going to outlast them. Available as 1.0- and a 1.3-litre it’s revvy, reasonable on fuel and relatively inexpensive to tax. The mileage is at just over 100,000
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  Brake "Probably Wrong" about 80 Limit, says Honest John 16 Mar 2011 (News)
  , but bigger engines can be more efficient). The statement that "a rise in motorway speeds would also increase UK fuel consumption and carbon emissions, both of which are of keen concern to the public" is also open to challenge. Firstly not all drivers will actually want or need to travel at 80mph
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  Ferrari unveils new 4WD four-seat coupe 21 Jan 2011 (News)
                  3.7 sec     Fuel consumption and emissions (ECE+EUDC) Fuel consumption**         15.4 l/100 km Emissions
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  Santa Pod FIA/UEM European Finals 2010 9th-12th September 12 Aug 2010 (News)
  , with fully catered VIP packages starting from just £119 +VAT per head. For more details please visit www.santapod.com or call the team on 01234 782828. Car classes running include FIA Top Fuel Dragster - 300mph dragsters, big race entry FIA Top Methanol
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  New LCV report points way to recovery from recession 26 Feb 2010 (News)
  the recessionary effects of potential reduced core business levels for LCV operators are added in, alongside constantly evolving issues of road pricing, Duty of Care, fuel strategy, climate change and tax policy, and it becomes clear that LCV operators are under a great deal of pressure
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  NEW CITROËN C3 PICASSO & NEMO MULTISPACE DEBUT AT THE MOBILITY ROADSHOW 28 May 2009 (News)
  ball) - C5 Tourer - Dispatch Combi Citroën offers the widest choice of fuel efficient, low emission vehicles for Mobility Scheme customers, ranging in size from the C1 city car through to the Dispatch Combi. A feature of Citroën cars available for Mobility Scheme