Green transport latest news
Friday, 3 Jul 2009
Northern Ireland’s environment minister has warned motorists over the dangers of drink-driving.
Edwin Poots was commenting on the issue as a new road safety media campaign is being launched.
He pointed out the impairment those who drink alcohol before getting behind the wheel suffer.
Mr Poots said: "Drivers who buy and consume a pint or any other alcoholic drink
Friday, 3 Jul 2009
As Spain and the Czech Republic become the latest nations to offer car ‘scrappage’ schemes, Italy is offering its travelling public an altogether greener alternative by becoming the first European country to subsidise the cost of bicycles.
Thursday, 2 Jul 2009
The government’s preoccupation with electric vehicles (EVs) not yet on the market is at the expense of the environment according to Britain’s leading supplier of battery-powered cars and vans.
Thursday, 2 Jul 2009
Boris Johnson has been urged by Volvo to review the criteria for exemption from the London congestion charge.
Wednesday, 1 Jul 2009
Bus travel in England could become greener thanks to a new government scheme. The Department of Transport has made available a £30 million fund to councils and bus operators so that they can buy fuel-efficient vehicles.
Tuesday, 30 Jun 2009
Following a drop in sales over the last year, Aston Martin may enter what it describes as the ‘luxury commuter’ car market with the launch of the Cygnet, a design built around the Toyota iQ city car.
Tuesday, 30 Jun 2009
Police in Grampian have criticised the driving of some young motorists after 28 cases of careless or drink-driving over the last weekend, describing it as ‘madness’.
Monday, 29 Jun 2009
A new car warranty for electric vehicles has been developed by the Environmental Transport Association (ETA).
Monday, 29 Jun 2009
Britain is to become the first country in Europe to build hybrid cars following a decision by Toyota to start production of the Auris at its Burnaston plant near Derby.
Monday, 29 Jun 2009
Cyclists in Carlisle have staged a demonstration over the region’s cycle lanes.
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