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MARCH 27, 2013

Petrol cars are making a comeback in the used car market as buyers realise they do not cover enough miles to justify the higher purchase cost and higher fuel prices of a diesel model, according to Autorola.

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APRIL 23, 2013

The price of petrol is not coming down. So, it’s up to you to make the most of your fuel. Here, we’ll recommend a few methods you can use to reduce your fuel usage, your emissions, tyre wear, and guard against the depreciation of your vehicle. The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) offers a few [.]. Latest news GEM'

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Green Cars News

JANUARY 29, 2014

Audi’s compact SUV, the Q3 has cut its official emission figure to a new low of 137g/km CO2 for its petrol engine choices, thanks to the addition of the new 1.4 The new petrol engine is available with the SE and S Line specification, prices start from £23,870, rising to £28,115.

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Green Cars News

JUNE 27, 2012

Let’s be honest, our interest in green cars has not only been prompted by our willingness to do more for the environment, but also for our need for affordable driving as petrol prices spiral out of control. However, now a new study by Harvard Kennedy School suggests that may be about to change. It points [.].

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) is to investigate fuel prices in an attempt to identify whether or not there has been a distortion of market competition. As motorists and businesses express deep concern about the cost of fuel in the UK, the OFT has announced that it will spend six weeks gathering evidence on [.].

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JULY 22, 2010

There’s good news for green car fans who want the best environmental technology without paying over the odds after Lincoln revealed pricing details for its new MKZ Hybrid. The Ford brand has priced the vehicle the same as its conventional petrol version, starting at $35,180 including destination and delivery.

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Green Cars News

JULY 3, 2009

Here in the UK we’re so downtrodden by extortionate petrol prices that the prospect of driving fuel efficient green cars carries obvious appeal. However, what about our US neighbours where ‘gas’ prices are distinctly lower and so-called muscle cars are seen as almost iconic and part of the culture?

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Green Cars News

OCTOBER 5, 2011

Petrol consumption in the UK has dropped 15 per cent since the global economy fell into recession. According to research by the AA, petrol sales in the first six months of 2011 were 1.7bn less than the same period of 2009. The reduction in sales is thought to be driven by the record fuel prices, [.].

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Green Cars News

OCTOBER 11, 2016

The Petrol Retailers Association has warned that fuel prices across the UK could rise by up to five pence per litre over the coming weeks. The reaso.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

Vauxhall is to cut £3,500 off the price of its Ampera petrol/electric plug-in model in a bid to drive more sales with a similar price cut expected to be made on the near-identical Chevrolet Volt model too. Vauxhall chairman Duncan Aldred said: "So far the market for EVs across Europe is onl[.]. Vauxhall'

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Green Cars News

OCTOBER 24, 2012

Vans have become a common part of British life. Not only as a sight on our roads, but also as a lifeline for a large number of businesses. Almost every business requires vans for deliveries – to and from clients and suppliers – as well as carrying around equipment, and even advertising their company. Without [.].

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Green Cars News

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

Vauxhall expects to sell more green cars than any other brand in the UK next year, the carmaker has announced. With the revision of its Corsa range, the Vauxhall hopes the supermini will sell more sub-125g CO2 cars than any other model range in the UK. Tags: Vauxhall 125g/km Corsa Fiesta Ford Green cars sell.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2009

The price of a litre of unleaded petrol in the UK will currently set drivers back more than £1.05 So it might come as a surprise to discover that in some countries, fuel prices are actually coming down. China lowered both its petrol and diesel prices earlier this week by 190Yuan per tonne. and as much as £1.18

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Green Cars News

FEBRUARY 14, 2013

Set to make its European debut in Geneva next month, the new IS range will be priced from £26,495, starting with the non-hybrid IS 250, fitted with just a 2.5 litre petrol engine. Lexus’ latest hybrid model will cost from £29,495 when it arrives in the UK this summer. First revealed at the Detroit Motor [.].

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Green Cars News

JUNE 14, 2011

With petrol prices starting to fall, so at last are the prices for fuel efficient vehicles. According to Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com, prices increased close to 25 per cent through 20 weeks of consecutive gains.

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APRIL 19, 2012

What’s the difference in price between a vehicle that can run on petrol and one that can run on both petrol and compressed natural gas? According to General Motors, the difference appears to be around $11,000.

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Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

Here we offer our pick of the top 10 green cars at the IAA Frankfurt Motor Show: Ford Focus EcoNetic – With its start/stop engine technology, the Ford Focus EcoNetic promises to break the 100g/km carbon dioxide (CO2) threshold with emissions of just 99g/km. It is set to debut in 2013.

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Green Cars News

MAY 9, 2009

Despite the commitment it is expected that the introduction of green cars involve slow progress. Currently there are just over 2,100 hybrid and 2,600 compressed natural gas cars in the region according to a report in the Straits Times - this is less than one per cent of the total car population of around 550,500.

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AUGUST 7, 2010

According to a report by Kyodo, the Honda Motor Company has decided to sell its new hybrid car for Y1.59million in Japan – making it the cheapest petrol-electric hybrid car available in the country. Tags: Green cars Honda Hybrid cars Latest news Honda Fit Honda Fit Hybrid Honda hybrid cars.

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Green Cars News

OCTOBER 26, 2011

Americans are now spending more on gasoline (petrol) than on taxes or health insurance, new analysis by the New America Foundation suggests. The non-for-profit thinktank says its research shows how middle-class Americans are becoming increasing trapped by car dependency and rising gas prices, creating an unavoidable squeeze on their income.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2009

Drivers are increasingly letting their wallet rule their car buying decisions with more motorists than ever before opting for a green car over a conventional alternative. However, will green cars really save you money? The Green Piece. suggests that drivers should think twice before going green.

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JUNE 5, 2009

An increasing number of British motorists are opting out of the volatile petrol car market, according to the latest LPG (liquid petroleum gas) vehicle sales figures from Proton. Proton’s sales figures reflect a growing dissatisfaction amongst motorists towards the over-inflated price of petrol, which is once again on the rise.

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MAY 29, 2010

It goes without saying that we all want our petrol engines to achieve better fuel economy at a lower cost – however, according to a new study, US vehicle owners would rather existing engine choices achieve this goal over opting for higher priced alternative fuel engines.

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JUNE 21, 2009

Describing himself as anti-tax but pro-carbon tax, Tesla Motors founder Elon Musk risked the backlash of US motorists by declaring that petrol should probably cost $10 a gallon. With the US auto industry in disarray, Tesla’s focus on premium green cars has emerged as a bright spark.

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JULY 20, 2009

Orders for the Lexus HS250h have already surpassed expectations and now the US retail price of the vehicle has been revealed. These prices do not include delivery, processing or handling fees - the vehicles are expected to arrive in dealerships beginning in late August. The premium model meanwhile will be available from $36,970.

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Green Cars News

JULY 11, 2011

In news that appears to go against the grain with the green car push, it seems that SUVs and trucks are actually gathering momentum, while interest in compact cars is starting to fall.

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MARCH 26, 2011

LiveJournal Tags: green cars,Institute of Advanced Motoring,IAM,green driving techniques,fuel saving techniques The Institute of Advanced Motoring (IAM) may be well known for helping drivers handle performance cars, but now it is actually urging motorists to think green.

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APRIL 7, 2010

Tags: Global warming Green cars Latest news emissions ethanol fossil fuels fuel prices oil prices petrol prices.

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MAY 23, 2014

Electric cars are great, aren’t they? They’re quick, easy to drive, affordable to run, and never cause you to queue for petrol in the morning. And if you’ve got a car which rapid charges, you can even stop and recharge on the motorway at a DC or AC quick charge station. Electric cars Nissan Mitsubishi Toyota Weekly Column'

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MAY 14, 2012

Rising fuel prices are the cause of the most concern for UK motorists in a poll of driver woes from Post Office Car Insurance. Nearly three-quarters of drivers (72 per cent) are worried about the effect of rising fuel prices, compared to 40 per cent of drivers who are concerned about covering the overall cost [.].

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APRIL 22, 2013

Supermarket price wars over the price of fuel has not been enough to reduce motorists’ anxiety over the cost of filling up, new research suggests. Just last week, a new price war was sparked when Tesco, Asda and Sainsbury’s cut 2p off the price of a litre of petrol, to bring prices to around 132 [.].

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JUNE 19, 2012

While electric cars are in their infancy and battery prices are high, their price tag tends to be much steeper than equivalent petrol and diesel cars. However, could they save you money over the vehicle’s lifetime?

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MARCH 15, 2011

The American Public Transportation Association is predicting that as petrol prices increase, Americans will turn to public transport in record numbers.

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Green Cars News

NOVEMBER 14, 2009

The German manufacturer will offer the two-mode hybrid as part of a special lease option from Monday, with a monthly lease price of $659 for 36 months and $549 for 60 months. The vehicle uses a 3.5litre V6 petrol engine and a two-mode hybrid system to produce 46 per cent better fuel economy than a comparable V8-powered ML550 model.

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AUGUST 1, 2014

Mercedes’ first plug-in hybrid model is now available to order in mainland Europe, with prices announced as starting from €108,944.50 (around £86,418.59). litre V6 turbocharged petrol engine and a 80kW electric motor, for an electric only driving r[.]. The new S 500 plug-in hybrid model features a 3.0 Mercedes Editor Pick'

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JULY 1, 2011

The Volt has an electric-only range of between 30 and 50 miles depending on terrain and traffic conditions, after which its on-board petrol generator kicks in [.]. The Chevrolet Volt is set to go on sale next year from £28,545 taking into account the government backed £5,000 electric vehicle grant, the American company has announced today.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

Mercedes-Benz has announced the price and spec details for its new S 500 plug-in hybrid – which will be rated with official fuel economy of an impressive 100.9mpg on a combined cycle. Fitted with a V6 333hp bi-turbo petrol engine, an 8.7kWh lithium ion battery pack and a 116hp electric motor, the n[.]. Mercedes Editor Pick'

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