Average CO2 emissions from new British cars have fallen by 11 per cent in six years, while soot emissions from new diesels are 93 per cent lower than 15 years ago, a new report shows.

Published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), the annual report substantiates the progress made by the British motor industry as a result of massive investment by the leading manufacturers.

The annual report also indicates that 85 per cent of each car that reaches the end of its life is now recycled and that the amount of energy needed to produce a vehicle halved between 2001 and 2004.

"The motor industry is investing millions each year to improve its green credentials," commented SMMT chief executive Christopher Macgowan.

These credentials will be evident at the British International Motor Show, which will take place in London next week, where "the public will have the opportunity to see how far we have come," Mr Macgowan continued.


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