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Met ditches diesel-only policy in response to air quality concerns

The Met is to introduce 250 electric or plug-in hybrid cars to its fleet as forces throughout the country consider the future role of zero-emission vehicles.

6 Mar

VW boss branded a liar after giving ‘Alice in Wonderland’ evidence to MPs

The UK boss of the VW Group has been branded a liar after giving evidence to the Transport Select Committee today (Monday, February 20).

20 Feb

More ‘complexity than clarity’ on CO2 tests and BIK tax

Treasury seeks coordinated approach to phase out NEDC readings and replace with WLTP test results.

20 Feb

Renault and Fiat facing NOx emissions investigations in France and the USA

Renault and Fiat are strenuously denying claims made against them over emissions in France and the US respectively.

9 Feb

Westminster to trial diesel-based parking surcharge

Westminster City Council is set to trial emissions-based charging for diesel cars parking within Marylebone.

30 Jan

Improvements in emission testing needed to measure levels of NOx

Startling differences found between output of HGVs compared with diesel cars.

26 Jan

Renault denies accusations of 'cheating' emissions tests

Renault has reiterated its innocence after French prosecutors announced they will investigate the manufacturer over suspected 'cheating' in emissions tests.

16 Jan

More clean air zones expected after Defra is told to think again

Air quality plan must be published by next April and adopted by the end of July.

15 Dec

Lightfoot welcomes NICE's calls for more efficient driving

Telematics provider Lightfoot has welcomed the news that NICE (the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) is calling on organisations to cut harmful emissions from vehicles through the adoption of smoother driving styles.

6 Dec

Cap HPI launch specialist team to manage impact of real-world testing

Team aims to help manufacturers, leasing companies and dealers manage the introduction of a new emissions testing regime in 2017.

5 Dec

Motorists ‘support’ ban for the most polluting vehicles

A majority (66%) of motorists want stronger action to be taken to reduce vehicle pollution in areas where air quality is poorest, new research suggests.

17 Nov

Emissions Analytics: Living in the real world of emissions

For years, accurate testing of fuel economy and emissions seemed elusive. But a graduate discovered that by applying ‘clever maths’ a solution could be found.

Business profiles - supplier 17 Oct

Mayor launches second phase of air quality consultation

The Mayor of London has revealed detailed proposals for the introduction of an expanded Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) in 2019.

11 Oct

Fleet views sought on early introduction of ULEZ in capital

Fleets are being encouraged to have their say on the expansion and earlier introduction of the ultra-low emission zone (ULEZ) in London.

5 Oct

DfT needs better plug-in plan to improve air quality, says report

The DfT needs a clear strategy to increase the use of ultra-low emission vehicles (ULEVs) and reduce air pollution so it can meet air quality targets.

2 Sep