David Hosking wanted to understand first-hand the merits and pitfalls of electric vehicles
Society bag plug-in, in effort to drive down carbon footprint
New generation 1.6litre CDTi diesel offers CO2 emissions of 94g/km and fuel economy of 78.5mpg
Financial support enabling investment in alternative low-carbon fuels and technologies must be given to industry, Association insist
Priced £48,495, the trim builds on the Luxury grade and adds a full complement of styling features
Excess levels account for 26.2% of all MOT failures, with one in ten tested petrol cars getting caught out
Popular LCV also enjoys an exterior makeover and new gearbox
Engine modifications could save company car drivers more than £100 in tax every year on the 'no-compromise' vehicle
The fleet-friendly 74.3mpg, 99g/km model is priced £17,535
Gerald Gorton converted his Mercedes C180 in September 2012 - and it has already paid for itself