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The last few weeks of political campaigning have seen many public pledges of support for drivers, but far fewer for those who walk, wheel, cycle or use public transport. Why so little talk from policymakers about the interplay between active travel, public health and climate change? Historically, pro-cycling measures in the UK have been met...

Long gone are the days when e-bikes were scoffed at as a cheat. Today, these electrically assisted marvels are transforming the cycling landscape, shattering preconceptions, and broadening horizons for many who had long considered cycling too strenuous. If you haven't yet tried an e-bike, have a go. Just a few turns of the pedals reveals...

As Paris prepares to host the Olympics next month, the city is working hard to boost everyday cycling. For example, to help ease congested streets, lower air pollution and reduce road danger, the French capital offers businesses a cargo bike subsidy. The city pays up to €1,200 towards a cargo bike, including e-bike models. Here in the UK,...

Watching someone roll by with visibly deflated tyres makes us wince. A car will guzzle more fuel and a bicycle will need more grunt. Oh, and it makes a pinch puncture more likely. Luckily, maintaining correct tyre pressure is a cheap, quick and easy task. Especially if you have the right tool for the job. A track pump makes the task a...

Bicycles are the most energy-efficient mode of human travel. However, a student from Surrey has created a device to make them even greener. This week, the Energy Institute awarded the Climate Change Award 2024 to sixth-form student Albert Read for his carbon cycle capture project. Albert built a bicycle accessory from upcycled household...

Politicians like to talk. A lot. So it's always interesting to take note of the topics they resolutely refuse to engage with. Fallout from Brexit is one. Road danger is another. You can be certain that if as many British soldiers were dying each year as the number of people killed on UK roads, the casualty figures would be front page news...

We launched Green Transport Week in 1993 to raise awareness about how travel affects our lives, not to mention the environment. Thirty years later, the issue has never been more important. Not only is transport contributing significantly to the climate crisis, but air pollution kills over 4 million people. Year in. Year out. At a local...

Who knows what the weather this summer holds in store, but it pays to be prepared. This YETI waterproof bag has a one-litre capacity. It's a perfect size for keeping your wallet, phone and a few snacks dry when there's a downpour. We've found everything we've tested by YETI to be exceptionally well made. And this little bag is no different....

Mobility scooters allow around half-a-million people here in the UK to live independent lives, and we're here to provide a lifeline when things go wrong. We protect against punctures, lost keys, accidental damage, and our breakdown service operates 24/7. Our insurance costs only £65 per year to cover a mobility scooter or powered wheelchair...

The 20mph speed limit in built-up areas in Wales has seen a dramatic reduction in road traffic collisions. Insurance claims for vehicle damage in Wales have fallen by one fifth since the nationwide 20mph speed limit was introduced there last September. Rob Clark at esure, told The Guardian this week: “We can see a clear drop in vehicle...