Critical Mass Wins 2026 Independent Press Award

We are proud to share that Critical Mass: The One Thing You Need to Know About Green Cars has been named a 2026 Independent Press Award Winner. 

In an era where climate change dominates global discussion, Critical Mass sees Felix our CEO, Nick Molden and Felix Leach unpack the complexity of vehicle emissions with clarity and rigour. Building on insights from Felix’s previous work, Racing Toward Zero, the book tackles the often-confusing landscape of automotive pollution by asking a deceptively simple question: what single piece of information best captures the true environmental impact of cars? 

Written for a digital age awash with information but eluded of meaningful understanding, Critical Mass challenges oversimplified narratives around road transport and sustainability. Leach and Molden advocate for a more sophisticated, yet accessible perspective about emissions, examining the real-world impacts of different vehicle powertrains and moving beyond CO₂ alone to consider wider environmental and societal effects. 

The Independent Press Award recognises excellence in independent publishing and honours books that demonstrate strong editorial quality, originality, and relevance. Being selected as a 2026 winner reflects the growing importance of transparent, factual analysis in climate and mobility discussions. 

At Emissions Analytics, our work has always focused on delivering robust, independent data to inform policymakers, industry leaders and the public. This award reinforces the value of applying the same rigorous approach beyond research and into public-facing dialogue. 

We would like to thank the Independent Press Award judges, Gabrielle Olczak from IPA, Sherry Nigam and SAE International for your support as publishers, our readers and everyone who has engaged with the book since its publication. 

Find the full award listing here: 
https://www.independentpressaward.com/2026-winners/9781468608212 

Tyre Emissions & Sustainability USA 2026 agenda nears completion as ticket sales open

Industry leaders set to convene for critical discussions on tyre wear, regulation and real world emissions.

Emissions Analytics is proud to announce that the agenda for Tyre Emissions & Sustainability USA 2026 is now close to finalisation, with tickets officially available for purchase.

The conference will bring together regulators, OEMs, tyre manufacturers, material scientists and researchers to address one of the fastest-moving areas in transport sustainability. As non-exhaust emissions move firmly into the regulatory spotlight, tyre wear has become a defining challenge for the industry, with implications for air quality, environmental impact and vehicle design.

With the programme now largely confirmed, attendees can expect a technically rigorous agenda shaped around real-world data, regulatory direction and practical engineering pathways. Sessions will explore tyre wear particle emissions, test methods and measurement, material innovation, environmental impact, and how emerging standards are likely to shape future tyre and vehicle development.

The USA event builds on the established Tyre Emissions & Sustainability conference series, known for cutting through theory and focusing on evidence-based insight. The near-final agenda reflects growing industry urgency, with speakers contributing perspectives from across policy, research and commercial application.

A major highlight of Tyre Emissions & Sustainability USA 2026 will be the exclusive first reveal of Emissions Analytics’ independent test results for the Michelin Primacy 5 tyre, selected by public vote, with findings presented live at the conference and not released elsewhere until after the European event.

Tickets are now on sale, with early booking recommended as interest continues to build across the North American market. Early bird pricing is now available for a limited time, offering discounted rates for those booking in advance, with this discount ending on February 7, 2026.

Further details on the agenda, speakers and registration can be found here.

About Emissions Analytics

Emissions Analytics is an independent global leader in real-world emissions testing and analysis. The organisation provides evidence-led insight across tyres, powertrains and fuels, supporting industry and policymakers with robust data to inform decision-making and regulation.