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Councils accused of hypocrisy over diesel after 91.6% of fleets found to run on the fuel

Published 11 December 2019
By Will Dron
Local authorities have been accused of hypocrisy after it was found that councils are punishing members of the public for driving diesel vehicles
Scented candles "cause more pollution" than traffic-clogged roads

Scented candles 'more polluting' than busy roads

New research suggests that a burning a scented candle at home can expose you to more harmful emissions than standing next to a busy road.
Published 11 May 2019
Modern engines worse for the planet, better for our lungs, says study

Millions of children affected by ‘dangerous’ air

The Times has called for a new Clean Air Act after an investigation revealed air pollution around 6,500 schools exceeds recommended levels.
Published 09 May 2019
Airbubbl in-car air purifier review by Will Dron for Driving.co.uk at The Sunday Times

Reviewed: Airbubbl, a new in-car air purifier

A new air purifier for cars could help protect drivers and passengers from the effects of polluted air. We get hands-on with the Airbubbl.
Published 13 November 2018
No diesel engine for new Honda CR-V as crossover goes hybrid

No diesel engine for new Honda CR-V

The all-new Honda CR-V will not be available with a diesel engine, according to the Japanese manufacturer.
Published 05 September 2017
Diesel motorists face variable charges based on emissions and aggressiveness

Diesel drivers face variable charges

Drivers of dirty diesel cars could be charged a variable fee based on the pollution they emit under proposals being considered...
Published 22 February 2017
Public transport worse than driving for exposure to air pollution

Commuters warned of new air pollution risk

Travelling by public transport exposes commuters to up to eight times as much air pollution as those who drive to work, a groundbreaking study fo
Published 21 February 2017