Other Transport

Articles covering trains, boats, bicycles and other transport options beyond cars and planes. Topics include alternative fuels, safety equipment and specific journey experiences.

Algae: The Future of Biofuels?

Algae could be the biofuel solution that avoids the food shortage problems of traditional crop-based alternatives.

Alternative Fuels

Gas and other alternative fuels are cutting emissions from transport while keeping your vehicle running on familiar fuel sources.

Alternative Transport

Beyond cars and bikes, there are other ways to travel that cut your carbon footprint and open up new adventure possibilities.

Bicycle Safety Equipment

Proper helmet fit, lights and reflectors significantly reduce your injury risk when cycling, so choosing the right safety gear matters.

Canal and Boating Holidays

Take a boating holiday on Britain's 3,000 miles of canals and rivers without breaking the bank or harming the planet.

Choosing the Right Bicycles

Find the right bike for your needs by understanding the differences between traditional, racing, folding, mountain, hybrid and BMX models.

Cutting Pollution to Waterways

Boaters can reduce waterway pollution by switching to bio-fuels and taking simple practical steps to prevent oil and fuel spills.

Cycling Tours

Cycling tours range from self-planned adventures to organised trips, offering options for every fitness level and budget across the UK and beyond.

High Speed 1

High Speed 1 cuts London to Paris journeys to just over 2 hours and makes train travel a real alternative to flying across the Channel.

How Does a Fuel Cell Work?

Fuel cells work by combining hydrogen and oxygen to create electricity, and the technology is simpler than most people think.

The Benefits of Boats

Boating keeps you connected to nature while offering both relaxation and adventure without the stress of congestion.

Tibet by Train

Take the world's highest train across the Tibetan plateau to Lhasa on a remarkable engineering feat through extreme terrain.