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Gordon Murray T.27 EV overall winner of 2nd annual Brighton to London RAC Future Car Challenge

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More than 65 low-emission vehicles —some not seen on UK roads before— completed the Challenge. lightweight is the biggest tool we have for reducing emissions. emission fueled by any legal means. 27 electric vehicle. Earlier post.). Last year we won with our petrol car the T.25 —Gordon Murray.

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T&E: VW sells least polluting Euro 6 diesels in Europe; no brand meets Euro 6 in real-world driving; loopholes & defeat strategies

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For the in-house analysis, T&E analyzed emissions test data from around 230 diesel car models. For Euro 5 vehicles, the five worst performing companies were (in order of the highest emissions): Renault (including Dacia); Land Rover; Hyundai; Opel/Vauxhall (including Chevrolet); and Nissan. million), the UK (4.3

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COP26 declaration on accelerating the transition to 100% zero emission cars and vans

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The declaration is not legally binding and is focused on a global level. We will support efforts to achieve the road transport breakthrough announced by world leaders, which aims to make zero emission vehicles the new normal by making them accessible, affordable and sustainable in all regions by 2030. … —COP 26 Declaration.

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What Are The Benefits of Driving an Electric Car?

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That’s the same as the very thirsty Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L. Since 1st July 2019, it has been a legal requirement for new EVs to be fitted with noise-making devices behind the bumpers. That rapid blast of acceleration produces a grand total of 0g/km CO2 emissions. It doesn’t just stop at emissions though.