Drivers can be more eco friendly by taking on board simple tips such as slowing as they approach traffic lights, the Halifax Courier reports.
Andy Welch, writing for the newspaper, was given some advice on how to be greener while behind the wheel.
He said that despite realising he was a cautious motorist, he was unaware that he could save money by making a few changes to his dr
As authorities around the country crack down on drink driving, West Yorkshire Police has revealed that it breathalysed more than 5,500 motorists last month.
The force took samples of breath from 5,546 people during June, with 599 found to be over the legal limit.
This represents a 23 per cent fall when compared to last year, when there were 230 positive tests out of 1,628.
People who text while they are driving increase their risk of a crash by 23 times, a new study by the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute has suggested.
According to the research, which looked at 100 van and truck drivers, this raises the chances of an accident more than taking a mobile phone call while behind the wheel.
The government needs to increase its focus on using renewable energy to power vehicles, according to the Green Party.
A spokesperson for the group said this would help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
In reaction to news of plans to modernise Britain’s railway system, they said: "What would really make a difference is if national energy powering the electricity, was powere
Cycling is seen as not only an eco-friendly way of getting around, but also a cool and healthy method of transport.