Green transportation

Business

European countries with the most government subsidies for buying EVs

While all EU member states offer some form of tax benefit to boost EV sales, there is a significant difference between their direct purchase incentive schemes, with some of the most generous ones coming from Southern European countries.

17/09/2025

Business

France’s Verkor calls for 'local for local' after Northvolt collapse

The EV battery firm, backed by Renault and other major investors, warns that support for European firms must remain steadfast — despite the collapse of Sweden’s Northvolt.

02/07/2025

Business

Global EV sales up almost 30% in April, with the US falling behind

China and Europe were bright spots for the EV market in April, although sales dropped in North America, hit by Trump tariffs and uncertainty over green policies.

14/05/2025

Mobility

Euroviews. A social leasing scheme would make electric cars affordable in Europe

Supporting people in acquiring clean transportation through a social leasing scheme makes sense from every perspective, Krzysztof Bolesta and Thomas Pellerin-Carlin write.

15/04/2025

Business

Italian rail operator reveals €1bn plan to tackle Eurostar monopoly

Eurostar currently holds a monopoly on routes between mainland Europe and London, but competitors are closing in.

08/04/2025

Green News

Do you know how far your Valentine’s Day flowers travelled?

Climate change is a thorn in the side of the European cut flower industry, but sustainability uptake is growing.

14/02/2025

Eco-Innovation

How is Sweden leading the pack on renewable energy in transport?

Renewable electricity is helping the EU achieve its goal, but campaigners caution against relying on biofuels.

12/02/2025

Eco-Innovation

World’s biggest cargo plane will transport next-gen wind turbines

Transporting wind turbine blades by air could help super-size the future of onshore wind farms.

06/02/2025

Mobility

What is battery swapping and could it help make EVs more popular?

The technology isn't new but it presents several challenges.

19/12/2024

Business

UK to launch consultation on EV transition after factory closures

The country’s business secretary announced the move after Stellantis, which owns Vauxhall, announced plans to close a UK van factory.

28/11/2024

Green News

Paris goes car-free in attempt to curb air pollution

All motorists will now be banned from driving through the centre of Paris as the city launches a traffic-free zone.

08/11/2024

Green News

Ranked: Best and worst European cities for green transport

The study compared the transport in 24 cities across Europe.

18/10/2024

Travel News

Which are the best and worst metro networks in Europe? 

This study reveals the best and worst European metro systems: Is your city on the list?

13/09/2024

Business

BMW overtakes rival Tesla to take the top spot in European EV sales

Sales of fully electric BMWs rose by more than a third in July, although the German carmaker still trails behind Tesla in year-to-date sales.

23/08/2024

Moments

Euroviews. Green innovations are powering the cruise industry toward net zero

Responsible tourism is not only about the physical mode of transport. It’s about being humble and curious. It’s about having respect for people whose homelands we are visiting — all critical to supporting continued progress in innovation in sustainability, Julie Green writes.

16/08/2024

Eco-Innovation

Japan unveils plans for a CO2-busting conveyor belt road system

Japan’s 500 km Autoflow-Road could slash emissions, worker shortages and traffic.

05/08/2024

Business

Croatia, Czechia and Hungary warm to electric vehicles

New registrations of electric cars in the EU dipped slightly in June, despite significant growth in Croatia, Czechia, and Hungary.

18/07/2024

Europe Decoded

Euroviews. Uniting Europe through rail is the key to a greener future

Europe’s rail system must embrace a total systems approach, where silos are broken down, and all stakeholders collaborate for transformative outcomes, TC Chew writes.

12/07/2024

Conscious Travel

Why is Copenhagen encouraging tourists to litter-pick?

Tourists to the Danish capital will be rewarded with free food and activities - but only if they take part in environmentally friendly tasks.

09/07/2024

Destinations

Flight-free travel: Take a train to these cooler climes in Europe

Is extreme heat dampening your holiday spirit? Here are the coldest places in Europe you can get a train to right now.

04/07/2024