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ACEA study finds 100-fold increase in zero-emission trucks needed in EU fleet in 10 years to meet goals

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A new study by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has found that there are currently 6.2 Almost 98% of all these trucks run on diesel, according to the 2021 Vehicles in Use report. Just some 2,300—or 0.04% of the total fleet—are zero-emission trucks. the EU fleet, with only 0.6%

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StreetScooter showcases all-new versions of successful WORK and WORK L electric light commercial vehicles

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StreetScooter has presented the next generation of its successful all-electric light commercial vehicles (eLCVs): the WORK and WORK L. StreetScooter is a well-known early bird in the electric light commercial vehicle sector. The new versions of the WORK and WORK L can reach a top speed of 120 km/h (75 mph).

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Tesla (TSLA) shares surge over 11% amidst news of Musk’s China visit

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The China Association of Automobile Manufacturers also noted that Tesla, along with other notable automakers like BYD, have cleared all data processing requirements in the country. China is home to the world’s largest and most competitive market for electric vehicles.

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Tesla China partners with Baidu for maps to clear FSD hurdle

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pic.twitter.com/wBPpXkC3pZ — Tsla Chan (@Tslachan) April 29, 2024 Apart from its deal with Baidu for mapping and navigation, Tesla also cleared data security and processing requirements in China, as per the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers.

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Tata Motors launches $10,000 electric hatch; deliveries of Tiago.ev start in January

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Tata Motors, India’s leading automobile manufacturer, launched the newest member of its EV family this past week: the Tiago.ev. Lakh (US$10,000) (All India – Ex-showroom), for the first 10,000 customers (of which 2000 will be reserved for the current owners of Nexon EV and Tigor EV). and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd.

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Auto Alliance pushing for passage of Maryland SB 1234 that would require state purchase of ZEVs; 50% of LDVs by 2026

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The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers (Auto Alliance) is strongly supporting the passage of Maryland’s SB 1234 , a bill that would require the State of Maryland to purchase zero emission vehicles (ZEVs) for state fleets. These vehicles are at the dealerships and on the roads, but this is just the beginning.

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Audi testing second-life EV batteries in factory vehicles

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Like all automobile manufacturers, Audi is obliged by law to take back energy carriers after they have been used in cars. Audi calculates that it would save millions if it converted its entire fleet of factory vehicles to lithium-ion batteries at its 16 production sites worldwide.

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