Electric car models to triple in Europe by 2021
A European environmental lobby group says electric car models available to consumers in Europe is expected to triple by 2021.
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Electric car chargepoints to be installed in all future homes in world first
New-build homes could soon be fitted with an electric car chargepoint as record levels of ultra-low emission vehicles hit UK roads.
Bump in the road to zero as low emission car demand reverses in June
UK new car market declines for fourth consecutive month, down -4.9% in June, as alternatively fuelled vehicle demand falls for first time in 26 months.
Electric taxis exempt from higher tax rates as UK moves towards net zero
More taxi drivers will be encouraged to buy environmentally friendly vehicles thanks to new legislation exempting them from the premium rate of vehicle excise duty, announced on 5 July 2019.
Mayer Brown’s Sports and Social Club trip to Ascot
Mayer Brown’s Sports and Social Club recently arranged a trip to Royal Ascot which was well attended by our various teams. The sun was shining, and we all had a picnic and a glass of bubbly (or two!) which made for a great day out. Unfortunately, as a group we didn’t have many winners – but that didn’t stop everyone having a fun day away from the office!
Why are England's roadsides blooming?
A long-running campaign encouraging councils to let neatly-mown grass verges become mini meadows where wildflowers and wildlife can flourish appears to be building up a head of steam.
More women in engineering ‘an absolute necessity’ for future of transport
The government calls on more women to consider engineering careers, highlighting the opportunities provided by major infrastructure projects like HS2.
New road sign to improve road safety and protect animals
Areas where accident rates are highest could benefit from a new sign which warns of hazards due to animals in the road.
Government ushers in new era of green commutes with e-bike Cycle to Work scheme
A refreshed Cycle to Work scheme could help many more commuters turn to greener journeys using e-bikes.
Calls to make cycling more inclusive for women, older and disabled people
Women, older and disabled people are neglected in provision of resources to support cycling, according to a report.
