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Geely testing Emgrand methanol hybrid sedan in -40 C conditions

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In the face of rising global gas prices, methanol fuel offers a viable cleaner affordable alternative, Geely said. In 2016, Geely Holding invested in Carbon Recycling International (CRI) which utilizes renewable energy and carbon capture to synthesize green e-methanol (Vulcanol) on an industrial scale.

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Our enemies are gasoline and the internal combustion engine

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From 1982 to 2016, Green Energy Consumers Alliance focused our attention on building energy fo r homes and businesses. But in 2016, alarmed at the rise in greenhouse gas emissions from cars, we became aware of the potential of vehicle electrification as a measure to reduce those emissions.

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California ARB approves $373M funding plan for advanced vehicle technologies in FY2015-2016; up from $150M last year

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Among the heavy-duty vehicle investments are three new programs, including a trade-up pilot program to transition off-road agricultural equipment to cleaner technologies. The remaining $5.5 million is held for administrative overhead and a reserve.).

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ARB adopts changes to California’s Truck and Bus Regulation; additional time for small fleets

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The changes approved at yesterday’s Board hearing provide additional regulatory flexibility to small fleets, lower use vehicles, and fleets in rural areas that have made substantial progress towards cleaner air. 2014, and that nearly all trucks have them installed by 1 Jan. For small fleets (three or fewer vehicles), 1 Jan.

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T&E study: EVs can be cheaper for Uber drivers to run than latest diesels in many European capitals

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The sooner Uber and taxis go 100% electric, the sooner citizens will enjoy cleaner air and quieter neighbourhoods, the planet will have less climate-wrecking emissions and drivers will earn more money. In Paris, the fleet of ride-hailing drivers tripled in the past four year, from around 10,000 in 2016 to about 30,000 today.

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Hyundai NEXO FCEV and Kona electric CUV win spots in 2019 WardsAuto 10 Best Engines

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This new development plan also represents the next step for Hyundai Motor Group toward realizing a cleaner environment via advanced eco-friendly vehicles. liter plug-in Hybrid) in 2016; the four-cylinder Turbocharged DOHC (1.4-liter); NEXO leads Hyundai Motor’s plans in development of zero-emission vehicles. liter), 2010 (4.6-liter)

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Sandia team develops autoignition model designed for efficient, accurate engine simulations

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Environmental concerns have induced a strong need in developing more efficient and cleaner engines and fuels. 2016) "Large Eddy Simulation of Autoignition Transients in a Model Diesel Injector Configuration," SAE Int. 9(1):165-176,doi: 10.4271/2016-01-0872. —Layal Hakim. and Oefelein, J., Fuels Lubr.

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