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DOE: Life cycle GHG emissions for 2020 electric small SUV were half those of a conventional gasoline small SUV

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C2G emissions are a sum of WTW emissions and emissions associated with vehicle manufacturing. The vehicle manufacturing cycle includes impacts of raw material extraction, vehicle parts production, assembly, as well as its disposal and related materials recycling processes.

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Volkswagen committing $7.1B to boost product line-up, R&D, manufacturing in North America; targeting 55% BEV sales by 2030

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billion over the next five years in the North American region (NAR) (Canada, Mexico, United States) to boost its product portfolio, regional R&D and manufacturing capabilities. Scott Keogh, President and CEO, Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. Scott Keogh, President and CEO, Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. 4 in 2022, the ID.

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Volkswagen brand to invest €1B by 2026 in South America; targeting 40% growth in Brazil

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The Volkswagen brand aims to make significant gains in South America with a major product offensive. For example, 15 new electric and flex-fuel vehicle models are being launched by 2025 alone. Before the end of 2023, the company is bringing its first fully electric models to Brazil: the Volkswagen ID.4. and the ID. Buzz and ID.4

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DOE awarding combined $127M to 5 Supertruck 3 projects; battery-electric and fuel cell trucks

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For SuperTruck 3, the DOE will fund five heavy-duty vehicle manufacturers with a combined $127 million to pioneer electrified medium- and heavy-duty trucks and freight system concepts to achieve higher efficiency and zero emissions. Award amount: $32,971,041). Award amount: $18,070,333). Award amount: $25,791,669). Award amount: $24,952,314).

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Ford increasing production of popular electric, gasoline and hybrid vehicles

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Ford F-Series is America’s best-selling truck for 46 consecutive years DEARBORN, Mich., March 3, 2023 – Through February, Ford was America’s No. 1 selling overall brand as well as the top truck manufacturer and SUV brand. Ford electric vehicle sales are up 68%. 1 small truck in America in 2022. sales increase.

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Hyundai Motor America to release 8 new crossovers by 2020; gasoline, diesel, hydrogen and electricity

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Hyundai Motor America said it will introduce to eight new or re-engineered crossover utility vehicles (CUVs) in the United States by the year 2020. Hyundai said it will showcase its latest gasoline engine, diesel engine, hydrogen fuel cell ( earlier post ) and battery electric technologies in these vehicles.

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BASF co-locates battery materials plant and recycling center in Schwarzheide

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BASF has opened Europe’s first co-located center of battery material production and battery recycling in Schwarzheide, Germany. The plant is fully sold out for the next years and will supply products tailored to the specific needs of cell manufacturers and automotive OEMs in Europe.

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