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Brits say govt to blame for fuel prices

Van drivers and other motorists say that it is the government which is to blame for rising fuel prices – rather than oil companies.

28th July 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Dual Fuel technology saves money

A company responsible for effective CO2 emission cutting technology has announced it is expanding its operations.

3rd October 2008, Filed in: Fuel

New driving system to reduce emissions

New driving system to reduce emissions

1st October 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Manufacturers look to cut fuel consumption

European commercial vehicle manufacturers have announced plans to substantially cut fuel consumption by 2020.

24th September 2008, Filed in: Fuel

FTA calls for support over diesel prices

Diesel prices are not falling in line with the plummeting costs of world oil, according to the Freight Transport Association (FTA).

24th September 2008, Filed in: Fuel

EcoDriving could save Europe 'billions'

Adjusting our driving techniques slightly could save people "billions of euros", a leading vehicle manufacturer has claimed.

22nd September 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Retailers driving fuel prices down

Retailers are driving down the price of fuel in a bid to beat the credit crunch, an expert has suggested.

19th September 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Leave the van at home on Monday

Motorists all over the UK will be leaving their vehicles at home this Monday (September 22nd) to celebrate Car Free Day.

19th September 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Polluting vans bear brunt of recession

Dealers that sell high-polluting light commercial vehicles (LCVs) are bearing the brunt of recession, says cleangreencars.co.uk.

5th September 2008, Filed in: Fuel

EU signs up hydrogen-powered vans

Hydrogen-powered vans could soon become commonplace on UK roads with the announcement of a key EU decision.

5th September 2008, Filed in: Fuel

RHA calls for change to fuel duties

The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has asked Chancellor Alistair Darling to reconsider duties paid on fuel.

4th September 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Electric vehicles genuine alternative, says poll

Motorists in the UK believe that electricity could be a viable fuel in the future, according to a new survey.

3rd September 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Congestion falls as vehicles increase

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29th August 2008, Filed in: Fuel

FTA calls for reduction in duties

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has called for a decrease in the amount of duties being charged on fuel in the UK.

22nd August 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Weather and money causes drivers to reconsider bank holiday

Drivers in the UK are reconsidering bank holiday plans due to rising fuel costs and washout weather, according to new research.

19th August 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Soaring petrol bills could hit British drivers

Soaring prices in petrol bills could see inflation hit as much as seven per cent for British drivers, according to one building society.

19th August 2008, Filed in: Fuel

New fleet for Manchester borough

A local authority in Manchester has recently replaced its entire light commercial vehicle (LCV) fleet in a bid to improve work efficiency.

15th August 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Van drivers in UK pay far more for fuel

Van drivers in UK pay far more for fuel

12th August 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Van drivers set to save with new tyre system

Van drivers could soon be given the opportunity to make big savings on fuel bills with a new tyre pressure system.

12th August 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Van drivers promised better fuel performance

Drivers who use turbo diesel engines have been promised that their vans can be run up to 20 per cent more economically.

11th August 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Plymouth plumber to drive van to Timbuktu

A Devon plumber is hoping for the adventure of a life-time when he drives one of his firm's vans to Timbuktu.

7th August 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Peugeot and EDF unveil environmental vans

Manufacturer Peugeot has teamed up with energy company EDF to deliver a fleet of 87 energy-efficient light commercial vans.

6th August 2008, Filed in: Fuel

UK van drivers consider going electric

Electric vans could soon become a more common site on UK roads as petrol reaches sky-high prices.

6th August 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Vehicle drivers can save on fuel bills

Vehicle owners who manage a fleet of vans have been advised they can save between 15 to 20 per cent by changing driver behaviour.

5th August 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Supermarkets wage war on petrol prices

Van drivers and commercial vehicle owners will be pleased to note that there is now a price war going on between the supermarkets to cut the cost of petrol at the pumps.

23rd July 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Hydrogen powered vehicle to be premiered

A transit van developed by Roush Technologies is to take to the road next month to prove how a 'home hydration station' makes on-site refuelling an option for drivers who need to regularly return to a base.

16th July 2008, Filed in: Business / Trading / manufacturing, Fuel

Cut petrol tax to ease inflation

Almost half of the country is worried about rising fuel costs and according to fool.co.uk, a reduction in petrol tax would be the quickest way inflation stresses could be reduced.

15th July 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Possible freeze on potential fuel duty increase

In a move that will please many commercial vehicle owners, Gordon Brown hinted yesterday that a planned increase in fuel duty by 2p per litre may be abandoned.

7th July 2008, Filed in: Fuel, Tax and Finance

Protest at fuel prices in London

Hauliers from across the country are gathering in London today to protest at the high price of fuel in the UK.

2nd July 2008, Filed in: Legislation, Fuel

Calls on government to scrap 2p diesel duty increase

With petrol and diesel prices at an all time high, strangling some users of commercial vehicles, the Freight Transport Association (FTA) has called on the government to scrap its planned 2p per litre increase in diesel duty.

2nd July 2008, Filed in: Legislation, Fuel

Fuel price duty creates "unstable" small business situation

An "unstable situation" has been created for small businesses due to the rising prices of petrol, increased by government duty.

1st July 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Industry speaks with "united voice" over fuel duty

The fuel crisis hitting many across the country was dealt with head on after an emergency meeting of the International Road Transport Union in Brussels late last week.

30th June 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Posters produced to protest at govt fuel duty

Problems for the commercial vehicle industry around high petrol prices are being well documented at the moment, and with that in mind, the Freight Transport Association (FTA) has produced posters and stickers for those wishing to protest.

30th June 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Manufacturer looks to cut operating costs

One of Europe's largest manufacturers of commercial vehicles has announced a scheme to help cut fuel consumption.

9th October 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Industry continues to cut emissions

The commercial vehicle industry is making good progress in its bid to cut CO2 emissions, it has been announced.

9th October 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Citroen 'UK's most economical van'

One of Citroen's most competitively-priced commercial vehicles has been named 'the UK's most economical van'.

14th October 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Toyota cleans up in environmental challenge

Unbeatable fuel economy was on show in abundance at the recent 2008 Fleet World MPG Marathon, but it was Toyota which took home first prize.

15th October 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Marathon pays testament to smarter driving

Smarter driving can save motorists significant amounts in fuel costs, as an eco-driving tournament proved last week.

15th October 2008, Filed in: Fuel

VW impresses at MPG Marathon

The popular Volkswagen Transporter model proved why it’s a hit with commercial drivers at a recent fuel-efficiency competition.

17th October 2008, Filed in: Fuel

RHA: Diesel users shouldn't pay more

News that supermarkets have slashed the price of petrol has sparked a fierce reaction from the Road Haulage Association (RHA).

20th October 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Eco-driving fuelled by savings

Eco-driving is something van drivers are only willing to commit to if it can help them save money, it has been discovered.

27th October 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Manufacturers look to cut emissions

Commercial vehicle manufacturers made impressive headway in cutting emissions in the first nine months of 2008, it has been revealed.

27th October 2008, Filed in: Fuel

New vehicles can save drivers '£800 per year'

Driving a newer commercial vehicle can save motorists up to £800 ever year, according to new research.

10th November 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Free emissions audit to help drivers 'go green'

A free service which assesses the amount of CO2 produced by a commercial vehicle is set to help drivers 'go green'.

17th November 2008, Filed in: Fuel

BP launches van fuel efficiency awards

Commercial drivers committed to saving the environment could soon be honoured at a newly announced awards ceremony.

19th November 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Winter tyres offer 'safer alternative'

Commercial drivers are being advised to fit their vehicles with winter tyres to enhance road safety this winter.

21st November 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Hauliers demand fuel parity

British commercial vehicle drivers have once more voiced their dissatisfaction with the current high price of diesel.

24th November 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Fiat efficiency tool provides savings, data shows

An innovative motoring utility launched by Fiat is saving both the environment and substantial amounts of cash, according to the manufacturer.

29th December 2008, Filed in: Fuel

Van drivers urged to ACT on emissions

Commercial motorists are being urged to cut back on vehicle emissions for their 2009 New Year's resolution.

6th January 2009, Filed in: Fuel

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