Buying a fuel efficient car

Customers who hope to reduce their CO2 emissions have no need to compromise when buying a new car.

Purchasing a greener car has a number of different benefits from cheaper road tax, lower emissions and increased fuel economy.

Macklin Motors understands that we all have a responsibility to help reduce the carbon footprint, that’s why we are dedicated to helping you find a vehicle that not only helps the environment but also helps you reduce fuel and road tax costs with out having to compromise choice.

Climate change is one of the highest environmental threats to the world today. When burning of Diesel or Petrol fuels in an engine the main by-products produced are water and Carbon Dioxide (CO2). CO2 is one of the most significant contributors to the greenhouse gasses that contribute to climate change. Cars make a significant contribution to the overall emissions of CO2 in the UK. Especially in urban areas, road transport is a source of these emissions, which are harmful to human health.

CO2 emissions are continually being reduced by the ongoing advancements by vehicle Manufacturers and also the improving quality of fuel. As a result of this there has been a huge reduction in the pollutants produced by vehicles over the last twenty years.

We offer a helpful guide to how you can help reduce your carbon footprint and also reduce your fuel and road tax costs.

Below you can see a table outlining vehicle tax bands, CO2 emissions (g/km) and how much road tax you would pay at 6 and 12 months.

It is not possible to buy 6 months tax where Not Applicable is shown. * Band K includes cars that have a CO2 figure over 225g/km but were registered before 23 March 2006.

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