The Wire

The average fuel efficiency of Australia’s cars has not changed since the early 1960s. In research for the Garnaut Climate Change Review, Dr Paul Mees of Melbourne University has shown the current average of 11.4 litres per 100 kilometres is identical to that of 1963. Dr Mees says the motor industry’s claims of reduced emissions are misleading. He is also concerned by possible greenwashing by state Governments, hoping to avoid tough decisions on transport and infrastructure.