A diesel MINI ALL4 Racing has won the Dakar Rally 2013 for the second time in two years.

For the first time, BMW has introduced an EfficientDynamics version of the 3 Series Touring, and you can now buy all-wheel drive versions of the 3 Series Saloon and Touring.

The Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership has revealed the shortlist for the LowCVP Champions Awards.

The Volkswagen CrossBlue diesel-electric plug-in hybrid SUV concept is capable of 134.5 mpg, whilst offering 700 Nm torque.

Avis Budget Group has bought Zipcar, the world's leading car sharing network, for $500 million - subject to approval by Zipcar shareholders, the deal is expected to be completed in the spring of 2013.

Electric Nissan LEAFs can now be hired in Milton Keynes from just £5.00 per hour through a new Hertz electric car sharing scheme.

An animation tool designed to provide a user-friendly and engaging introduction to electric vehicles has been launched by Green Car Guide and supported by the London Borough of Camden and the Energy Saving Trust. 

The smart fortwo electric drive is now available to buy for the first time and prices start from £12,275, after the government’s Plug-in Car Grant of £3,993.

The new Renault Captur is described by the firm as its first urban crossover, combining the styling and driving position of an SUV, the cabin space of an MPV, and the agility of a compact hatchback.

71% of motorists say fuel-efficiency is a major factor in choosing a car, and 35% would pay more for an environmentally friendly car, according to a Ford-sponsored survey of 6,000 people.