WordcatTop Quality Articles

So far this year there have been more new car variants released than ever before. In fact, according to figures released by CAP, the independent new vehicle information provider, there have been more new vehicles logged into their database so far in 2009 than there were in the whole of 2003.

The main reason for this is that manufacturers are rushing to release new, low CO2 emission models that are eligible for reduced company car tax. Sales of low emission cars have more than doubled since the tax reduction was introduced in 2008.

What does this tell us about current car buyers? It tells us that a lot of cars are actually bought as company vehicles and it tells that the real way to incentivise the uptake of low emission vehicles is with cash. It doesn’t matter how good these cars are for the environment, if they cost more to buy then they simply will not sell.

But will low emission cars actually make any difference to climate change? There is much debate about this particular question but one thing is certain. Low emission vehicles do improve the quality of air in our towns and cities and this is a good thing for many people, particularly those who suffer from breathing complaints.

One way to get yourself a brand new, low emission car, without breaking the bank is by using a car leasing contract. Car leasing and contract hire has been used by businesses for many years but it is finally beginning to catch on in the private sector with many people discovering that, with a personal car leasing contract, they can be driving the new car they have always wanted for less than it would cost to buy a second hand car. These new low emission models will make personal car leasing even more appealing.