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Say it ain’t so: BMW, Volkswagen, and Renault take aim at Europe’s ICE ban

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The heads of BMW, Volkswagen, and Renault have spoken out against European Union’s emission targets in recent days, arguing that the phase-out rules put too much pressure on the industry and that consumers aren’t buying EVs fast enough. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. We are not contesting 2035,” said de Meo.

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European Investment Bank Approves €3B in Loans for European Auto Industry

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This facility, part of the EIB’s wider response under the European Economic Recovery Package, targets cuts in vehicles’ CO 2 emissions through research, development and innovation, as well as the production of cleaner and more fuel-efficient cars, trucks and other transport vehicles.

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BYD EV sales grew nearly 50% in January as exports reached a new high

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It’s about transitioning the auto industry for a sustainable future. It’s fun to compare the two leading EV makers to give you an idea of where things stand, but at the end of the day, it’s about cleaner transportation. Electrek’s Take As BYD’s Li explained, it’s not about who is selling more EVs.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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In the past the auto industry has responded to incentives and guidelines set by government agencies and reengineered their product to meet this requirement. The BMW-i3 and the Renault Kangoo are examples. These blends are now being used to reduce oil consumption and for cleaner combustion with fewer regulated emissions.

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

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While the manufacturing of ICEVs has seemingly stalled in reducing carbon emissions, EVs have a cleaner and ever-improving future ahead. The mining industry as a whole is also being held more accountable globally and parts of the global auto industry are now focusing intently on ethical sourcing. THE BOTTOM LINE.

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

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While the manufacturing of ICEVs has seemingly stalled in reducing carbon emissions, EVs have a cleaner and ever-improving future ahead. The mining industry as a whole is also being held more accountable globally and parts of the global auto industry are now focusing intently on ethical sourcing. THE BOTTOM LINE.