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Paris To Charge Higher Parking Fees for Large Vehicles and SUVs

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One council member said that the new fees would depend on the size and weight of the vehicle, with one bemoaning the rise of “auto-besity,” the alarming upward trend of vehicle sizes in recent years. Other cities in France have taken similar measures, though the European Union’s overall EV plans are more aggressive.

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BYD launches 3 new electric vehicles at the Paris Motor Show

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BYD is the global leader in new energy vehicles (NEVs), and the third-largest auto brand in the world based on market capitalisation. BYD has ranked as number one for sales of new energy vehicles in China for 9 consecutive years. BYD is the first, and only company in the world, to provide full market new energy vehicle solutions.

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Daimler and Geely Holding form global JV for smart; new generation of electric models

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We will jointly design and develop the next generation of smart electric cars that combine high-quality production and known safety standards for sale both in China and globally. Based on this success story, we look forward to further enhancing the brand with Geely Holding, a strong partner in the electric vehicle segment.

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Study comparing crash risk of EU and US vehicles indicates differences in performance

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However, if vehicles are shown to provide similar real-world safety protection to the occupants, then vehicles that meet EU regulations could potentially be recognized for sale in the US, and vehicles that meet US regulations could potentially be recognized for sale in the EU.

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Who is winning the green car race? Part II. The Green Piece

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Thanks to a $528million Federal loan the company will also begin work on ‘Project NINA’ to design and assemble a second-generation saloon car for sale in 2012. Tags: Electric cars Latest news NICE Car Company Tata Tesla Motors The Green Piece axiam mega BYD Auto Fisker green piece Tesla Roadster. Faye Sunderland.

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Update: Top 10 Electric Cars

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Tesla is described as disruptive technology, but in reality the company has done what auto companies have done for a little more than a century—build great cars and match them up with owners who appreciate them. has fully embraced EVs and, after years of teasing with snazzy concepts, the real hardware is for sale–and is selling well.

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A Brief Look at Today's Plug-in Hybrid and Electric Vehicles and the Companies That Are Revolutionizing an Old Industry - Yahoo! Finance

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