Exclusive: UK climate campaign group Possible calls for ‘polluter pays’ tax based on vehicle size

The increasing popularity of ultra-heavy SUVs in England means a conventional-engined car bought in 2013 will, on average, have lower carbon emissions than one bought new today, new research has found.

The study by the climate campaign group Possible said there was a strong correlation between income and owning a large SUV, which meant there was a sound argument for “polluter pays” taxes for vehicle emissions based on size.

  • GreatAlbatross@feddit.ukMEnglish
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    1 year ago

    You can use the motorway with a an accredited driving instructor before you pass.

    The motorway can be an odd one too: The speeds are higher, but they can be one of the safest ways to drive.

    Afaik, the reason motorways don’t feature on the test, is that some test centres are 50 miles or more away from one