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Government must fast-track production of greener cars
11 March 2009
Commenting on figures published today (11 March 2009) by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) showing that new cars are getting greener but more needs to be done to meet EU emissions targets, Friends of the Earth's transport campaigner David Powell said:
"The reported fall in carbon emissions emitted by new cars is painfully slow progress."
"The motor industry must build its future on producing smarter cars that use far less fuel and play its part in cutting emissions."
"Manufacturers have already been let off by weak EU targets for cutting emissions from new cars - the UK Government must introduce measures to ensure that car-makers fast-track the production of greener vehicles."
"But cleaner cars are only part of the solution. Almost a quarter of car journeys are under two miles - the Government must do more to encourage people out of their cars and switch to walking, cycling, or onto first-rate public transport."
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Published by Friends of the Earth Trust
Last modified: Apr 2009
