Frequently Asked Questions
As an environmental leader, why does The Prince of Wales drive around in a Bentley and own an Aston Martin?
The Prince does not own or choose to drive around in a Bentley. The car is required for some engagements for security reasons and is owned by the Metropolitan Police. Normally, The Prince and The Duchess are driven around in a Jaguar XJ diesel, his main official car. He also leases diesel vehicles for use when he is in the countryside.
In order to reduce net emissions from car travel, The Prince’s Jaguars, Audi and Range Rover have been converted to run on 100 per cent biodiesel made from used cooking oil, and his 38-year-old Aston Martin to run on 100 per cent bioethanol made from waste wine.