Lille, Lyon, Grenoble, Paris … In recent months, major French cities have experienced severe pollution spikes. How is this threat to health and the environment assessed?
When we look at the latest car models we want fast cars, all-terrain cars or cars to fit the whole family. What about an environmentally friendly car?
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The Australian market is awash with highly polluting cars. But there are a couple of key resources to help you find the best vehicle that fits your needs.
Will flying cars ever really take off?
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Flying cars have been the stuff of science fiction for years, and now companies are now starting to look at such options. But what will it take to get our cars off the ground?
Self-driving cars need to ‘see’ what’s going on around them.
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For a driverless car to be safer than one driven by a person it must know what’s going on around it. But making a system that can “see” is a challenge for tech companies.
An emissions cap could save Australians up to A$500 each year in fuel costs.
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Recycling, rental, durability: How three strategies from the “circular economy” can help automobile manufacturers reduce waste and improve profitability, all while helping preserve the environment
Think you couldn’t possibly do without your car? There are more options than you might think.
Want cleaner air? Stop leaving your car engine running while you’re stopped at lights or waiting for a passenger, and demand better regulations from the government.
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Australia needs stronger policy aimed at curbing air pollution, but the options currently on the table fall short. For now, we could all aim to drive less and turn off the engine when the car is idle.