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Québec moves forward with a zero-emission vehicle standard

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Those manufacturers will have the option of purchasing credits to avoid paying the regulatory charges set out in the regulation or hold the credits for their future needs. The government also offers grants for the purchase and installation of charging stations, both at home and at work.

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Feature: Going Green on Car Care, Repair and Insurance

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If you’re working on increasing fuel efficiency or you already have an alternative fuel vehicle, you can lessen your carbon footprint by taking advantage of green car care, repair and insurance. Using less fuel definitely contributes to reaching the goals of going green enthusiasts. They have been carbon-neutral since 2016.

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Update on DOE Co-Optima project to co-optimize fuels & engines; goal of 30% per vehicle reduction in petroleum

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In August 2016, DOE announced funding of up to $7 million further to support the initiative. With the 2016 start date, that gives the team three years to complete the R&D efforts in this area. We’ve been accused of that; people still say we are, but we’re not. We’re not going to say “Ethanol.

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Opel to launch 3 new engine families, 13 new engines by 2016

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Opel is launching three new engine families and 13 new engines between 2012 and 2016, renewing 80% of its engine portfolio. billion) through 2016—is beginning the renewal of its powertrain portfolio now with the introduction of all-new 1.6-liter bar and provides a dense intake charge in combination with air-to-air intercooling.

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Perspective: A View Into the New GM

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As part of the culling, GM has the option to re-badge vehicles from the non-core brands, such as the Pontiac G8, Opel Insignia and Saturn Vue. Re-badging is a sensitive topic with the OEMs and their desire to highlight the differences among brands. Homogeneous Charge Compression Ignition (HCCI). Click to enlarge.

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NRC report finds Federal analysis to set LD CAFE and GHG standards generally of high quality; some technologies and issues should be re-examined

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However, the report authors found, the agencies should re-examine certain issues such as consumer behavior and the effectiveness of certain technologies in an upcoming mid-term review. Beginning in 2016, NHTSA and EPA will coordinate a mid-term review that must be finalized by April 2018. only the MY 2017-2021 CAFE standards are final.

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Meeting the Founder of PMV Electric - India's Electric Micro Car

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The earlier prototypes of the EaS-E were trikes - because quadricycles were not allowed in 2016. Consumer feedback about trikes was not good - and thanks to Bajaj’s lobbying for the Qute, the government did give in - and re-created a quadricycle category. A 7 kW charging option is being explored.

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