News Archives - September 2009

Hybrids aplenty, but no Prius limo at Frankfurt Motor Show

Visitors at the opening day of the Frankfurt Motor Show tomorrow will be greeted by a sea of car makers all clamouring to flag their green credentials by exhibiting hybrid and electric models; the new plug-in version of the Toyota Prius is there, but not, unfortunately, the stretched limo version.

Commuters given Cycle to Work advice

Commuters wanting to do their bit for the environment by opting for pedal power are being urged to encourage their employers to sign up to the Cycle to Work scheme.
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Cycle lanes can make roads more dangerous for cyclists

It will come as little surprise to anyone who rides a bike, but cycle lanes can make roads more dangerous for cyclists. A study by Leeds and Bolton universities has come to the conclusion that ‘cycle lanes do not appear to provide greater space for cyclists in all conditions’

France to introduce carbon tax

France has stolen a march in the fight against climate change by announcing a new carbon tax on the use of oil, gas and coal.