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What is the WLTP fuel economy and emissions test?

Published 28 February 2019
By Sunday Times Driving
There was plenty of disruption in 2018 when the WLTP rules for new cars came into effect. But what are they and what does it mean for car buyers?

Kia & Hyundai electric car ranges over-estimated

The Kia e-Niro and Hyundai Kona Electric have had their official ranges downgraded, after a mistake was discovered in the original tests.
Published 05 December 2018

Car makers suspected of cheating emissions tests

Car makers are being suspected of finding loopholes in emissions tests, by making their vehicles appear to emit more CO2 than they actually do.
Published 01 August 2018
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Unlimited fines for emissions test cheats

Ccarmakers that cheat emissions tests are being threatened with unlimited fines under anti-pollution rules being drawn up in Westminster.
Published 08 February 2018
Peugeot and Citroën websites now display "real world" fuel efficiency

Peugeot, Citroën, DS publish "real world" mpg

It's been a bone of contention for drivers for years: the fuel efficiency of their car rarely seems to tally with the MPG stated in the brochure,
Published 09 March 2017