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Singapore considers Model S EV a high carbon emission vehicle based on fuel consumption and upstream power generation

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In the US, the fueleconomy.gov website, the official US government online source for fuel economy information, enables users to calculate the upstream GHG emissions from power generation based on location, for use in estimating the full carbon footprint of an EV. Rebates/Surcharges. Surcharges.

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GM provides technical details of the Gen 2 Voltec propulsion system used in the 2016 Volt

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Increased charge sustaining fuel economy. Clutches are OWC1, C1 and B1. GM projects the Gen 2 Volt will achieve a 30% increase in EV range, an 11% improvement in charge sustaining label fuel economy, and improved vehicle performance both as an electric vehicle, and in extended range mode. Improved performance.

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