What does the cryptic crossword clue "I replaced usual cover in vehicle for the environment (8)" mean?

The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). AMB (synonym="AMB") + I (synonym="from the clue") + ANCE (synonym="vehicle") = AMBIANCE The answer is AMBIANCE.

I replaced usual cover in vehicle for the environment (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29573 | 1 Across | 2024-12-23 flower

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