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CBI: We Want Energy Efficiency On Driving Tests

Posted on 03. Mar, 2010 by Ross.

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Business lobby organisation the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) has called for mandatory energy efficiency testing as part of the driving test, doing a U-turn on its growing resistance to UK low-carbon legislation in the wake of the failed Copenhagen conference.
Smooth driving and the avoidance of sharp braking or acceleration can reduce fuel use by [...]

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Green Driving: Fuel Efficiency Through Vehicle Maintenance

Posted on 19. May, 2009 by Ross.

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With the electric vehicle revolution still waiting for us down the road, cutting down on our transport carbon footprints relies on either using public transport, cycling, walking or driving more efficiently. There are some basic ways in which you can make your daily car journey more energy efficient, but here’s some more specific tips on [...]

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Fuel-Efficient Driving In 10 Easy Steps

Posted on 20. Feb, 2009 by Ross.

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With high prices at the pumps and the threat of global warming at the back of everyone’s minds, cutting down on your car’s fuel consumption is an easy route to saving your credit card and your carbon footprint from unnecessary damage. On top of that, these tips will help you drive more safely and minimise [...]

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Governments Seek Green Solution To Credit Crunch

Posted on 27. Jan, 2009 by Ross.

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As the world continues to slide into recession, many would have predicted that environmental initiatives would have been amongst the first for the governmental policy chop. As country after country has announced their plans to fight against the downward spiral, however, the green agenda seems to have been furthered by politicians looking to combine Keynesian [...]