Energy-Saving News

CBI: We Want Energy Efficiency On Driving Tests

Posted on 03. Mar, 2010 by Ross.

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.

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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