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# Which car is cleaner and greener? An old petrol car or new electric car?

[Anthony Broese van Groenou](https://www.goodcar.co/blog/author/anthony-broese-van-groenou)

 Jul 15, 2020 12:00:00 AM

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Dr Euan McTurk, creator of Plug Life Television, gives a great analysis of the the CO2 footprint of continuing to use an old petrol car vs the construction and running of a new electric car. Which is better? You can probably guess, but have a look at this video for some great insight and fodder for dinner table banter.

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