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Start's advice: The average UK motorist drives only 12 miles a day so there are plenty of low-carbon vehicles and healthy alternatives available. Swapping your car journey to work for a cycle ride, a jog or a walk isn't just good for the planet - it can help you to stay active, sleep better and be mentally alert.
Submitted by MikeWhelan on 17 May, 2012 - 11:03
Along with plenty of excitement and an incredible atmosphere, the Olympic Games will bring thousands of visitors to London and the UK. This means the transport system will be extremely busy so it’s important to plan and book your journey well in advance.
Submitted by MikeWhelan on 2 August, 2011 - 00:00
There are certainly fast green cars out there, as we recently proved in our mini 'green grand prix' at Silverstone. However, energy efficiency is greatly reduced when travelling in excess of 70mph and this is one of the main reasons why 'eco-friendly' cars are generally 'not that fast'. A top speed of over 70mph is largely irrelevant anyway as there are few places in the world where it's actually legal to drive that fast. Despite this, we can't help but fantasize about super-fast cars and it's often used as a very effective selling point.
Here at eco-rally.org, we do publish the top speed for every vehicle that has appeared in our events, but we also publish the more useful 'average city speed', i.e. how fast you can accelerate to the speed-limit and maintain it whilst zipping through congested traffic. This is where small, lightweight electric cars and bikes tend to excel. Registered users can compare all green vehicle stats here: http://www.eco-rally.org/compare.
Submitted by Spencer Ivy on 29 July, 2011 - 16:15
Following an invitation to attend the launch of this year’s START and Bridgestone Eco-Rally at Clarence House, hosted by HRH The Prince of Wales, Spencer Ivy Director, Va Hua obliged, taking with him ‘Ivy’, the unisex step-through version of Spencer Ivy Electric Bicycles. More...
Submitted by Kudos on 27 July, 2011 - 02:05
Kudos Cycles have the largest range of electric bicycles in the UK. From a suspension folder at £595 to a carbon frame mountain bike at £1395. All bikes meet the EN15194 Quality Standard. You can test ride the full range along The Mall at the 2011 Bridgestone Eco-Rally. Alternatively, this can be organised any weekday at their Swalecliffe premises.
Submitted by Peugeot UK on 23 July, 2011 - 00:53
With the summer-term breaks getting underway, millions of families across the UK are preparing to pack up and get set for long car journeys as they hit the road on holidays. More...
Submitted by Spencer Ivy on 21 July, 2011 - 22:44
To celebrate the fifth anniversary of the Eco-Rally, Spencer Ivy are giving one lucky winner the opportunity to take home a Spencer Ivy Electric Bike worth £1,895. They have been designed to be highly reliable and comfortable, allowing the rider to simply get on and go. More...
Submitted by Spencer Ivy on 12 July, 2011 - 14:15
Spencer Ivy combine classic design with the very best in contemporary technology, giving you an entirely different bicycle experience. It’s cool, sustainable, and most importantly, lots of fun. Made in Germany, each bike comes with a 2 year warranty.
Submitted by MikeWhelan on 10 April, 2011 - 00:00
The UK Government is considering raising the speed limit on motorways from 70 to 80mph in early 2013.
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