Fuels and the Environment

London Low Emissions Zone
The vehicles affected and emissions standards required by the new London LEZ which comes into force on 4 February 2008

Filled with the wrong fuel?
Around 150,000 drivers put the wrong fuel in their car each year - what should you do if you make the same mistake?

Eco-driving
Get the most out of the fuel you buy.

Exhaust Emissions
The main regulated pollutants and their effect on health and the environment.

Which Fuel?
The relative merits of petrol, diesel and the alternatives.

Car Choice
Choices that are better for the environment and for your pocket too.

Biodiesel and Bioethanol
What are the pros and cons?

Lead replacement petrol
What are the options if you run an old car that needs leaded petrol?

Useful links
For further information on all aspects of motoring.

20mph zones and CO2
Cutting the speed limit from 30 mph to 20 mph on the wrong roads can increase CO2 emissions by more than 10%.