Wind-powered cargo ship sets sail

A pioneering cargo vessel equipped with large, British-designed wing sails powered by wind has embarked on its first journey

New legislation to make HGVs more fuel efficient come into effect

Aerodynamic improvements to HGVs are estimated to result in fuel savings of 7% to 15%

Petrol stations urged to cut prices

RAC tells retailers to play fair with drivers

Fly like a shark? Jets to be fitted with sharkskin-inspired coating to reduce emissions

A surface film, which imitates the properties of sharkskin, is claimed to optimise aerodynamics of aircraft in a way that reduces fuel consumption

New Rolls-Royce facility in Bristol to develop cleaner and efficient jet engine tech

The composite technology hub will manufacture fan blades and fan cases that are expected to significantly reduce weight in a jet engine, lowering both fuel consumption and emissions