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IHS Automotive forecasts 88.6M unit global light vehicle market in 2015; 2.4% growth

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in 2014 as a result of industrial overcapacity and weakness in the real estate sector. million units, aided with increased auto finance penetration, fast dealership expansion and government vehicle scrappage programs. Uncertainty lingers over Argentina, Brazil, Chile and Venezuela for 2015. from last year. million units.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

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Electric vehicles typically have a smaller operating carbon footprint than gasoline cars, even when accounting for the electricity used for charging. million tons), Argentina (2 million tons) and China (1 million tons). A plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) contains both an electric powertrain and an internal combustion engine. .

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

Drive Electric

Electric vehicles typically have a smaller carbon footprint than gasoline cars, even when accounting for the electricity used for charging. million tons), Argentina (2 million tons) and China (1 million tons). A plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) contains both an electric powertrain and an internal combustion engine. .