Automobile Manufacturer, BMW and Emissions

BMW Group makes sustainability and efficient resource management central to its strategic direction

Green Car Congress

JULY 28, 2020

The BMW Group is making sustainability and resource efficiency central to the company’s strategic direction. The principle of continuous improvement will remain at the heart of the strategy to reduce CO 2 emissions and increase resource efficiency. As a premium car company, it is our ambition to lead the way in sustainability.

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BMW Fully Electric Emissions Climate Change

Study of Sustainable Value in Automobile Manufacturing Finds Mixed Performance for Most OEMs, BMW and Toyota as the Clear Leaders

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NOVEMBER 6, 2009

Sustainable Value Margin—the ratio of Sustainable Value to sales—for each of the evaluated manufacturers. BMW and Toyota are consistent leaders in sustainable value. The BMW Group and Toyota are consistent industry leaders, creating extremely positive Sustainable Value over the entire review period—i.e., Click to enlarge.

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China to allow extended sales periods for ICE models based on existing emissions standard, report says

CN EV Post

MARCH 29, 2023

Price war has been the most talked about topic in China's auto industry this month, and the imminent implementation of a new emissions standard is seen as a major factor. Subsequently, several brands, including Volkswagen and BMW , announced similar large discounts. Now, these automakers may be able to get some respite.

Standards

Standards China Emissions Sale

EPA Trends on EVs and PHEVs; beginning of a “measurable and meaningful impact” on new vehicle fuel economy and emissions

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OCTOBER 11, 2014

With alternative fuel vehicles now approaching 1% of new vehicle production, however, they are in fact beginning to have a “ measurable and meaningful impact ” on overall new vehicle fuel economy and CO 2 emissions. In the analysis, EPA uses overall fuel economy in mpg equivalent (mpge) and tailpipe CO 2 emission values.

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Fuel Economy EPA PHEV Economy

California, 6 automakers finalize bilateral Clean Car Framework agreements

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AUGUST 20, 2020

Automakers who voluntarily agreed to the framework agreements are BMW of North America (including Rolls Royce for purposes of the agreement), Ford, Honda, Volkswagen Group of America (including VW and Audi), and Volvo. Generally they promote enhanced distribution of zero emission vehicles.

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California Clean Cleaning Cleaner

ACEA, Hydrogen Europe and IRU call on EU to ramp up investments in hydrogen refueling infrastructure

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OCTOBER 11, 2019

The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), Hydrogen Europe and the International Road Transport Union (IRU) are jointly calling on European policy makers to ramp up investments in EU-wide hydrogen refueling infrastructure for fuel cell electric vehicles. logistic centers).

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Hydrogen Europe Land Rover Automobile Manufacturer

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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MARCH 15, 2018

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. Maryland is one of nine states that has adopted California’s ZEV Mandate.

Maryland

Maryland Purchase Auto Land Rover

Potsdam/TUB/BMW report says cap-and-trade instrument for road transport fuels combined with vehicle efficiency metrics is the most promising policy approach to reduce transport GHG

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DECEMBER 21, 2010

The study, written by scientists of the Technical University Berlin (TUB) and PIK, was commissioned and financed by the BMW Group. Current regulation of GHG emissions in the transport sector relies heavily on fuel-efficiency and low-carbon fuel standards—non-market standards with only limited coverage, the report notes.

Transportation

Transportation Fuel Automobile Manufacturer Climate Change

MINI realigning model range with emphasis on electromobility; crossover & premium compact segments; and China

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 28, 2020

The British premium automobile manufacturer MINI is realigning its model range, with a focus on drivetrain technologies, vehicle segments and services of the future. In 2008, MINI was a trailblazer for electromobility in the BMW Group. Emission-free mobility now has been established in the current model range.

China

China Range Mini E All-Electric

Automakers Support Obama Administrations Development of National Program for Reducing Carbon Emissions and Fuel Consumption

Green Car Congress

MAY 18, 2009

The US auto industry, via the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers, is lining up to support a new national, harmonized program to reduce carbon emissions and fuel consumption that President Obama will announce on Tuesday, 19 May. —Dave McCurdy, president and CEO, Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers.

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Obama Carbon Automobile Manufacturer Emissions

European auto industry proposes further 20% cut in passenger car CO2 by 2030 from 2021; conditional on EV uptake and infrastructure; no ZEV mandate

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

At the Frankfurt Motor Show, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) outlined the industry’s proposal for a pathway to future CO 2 reductions: a 20% CO 2 reduction for passenger cars by 2030, compared to 2021. The European Commission will reveal its proposal on CO 2 targets for cars post-2021 later this year.

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Euro 6 regs in full effect; ACEA launches clean diesel campaign in support of technology-neutral policies

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

As of 1 September, all new cars sold in Europe must meet the Euro 6 emissions requirements. Since 1992, the EU has introduced increasingly stricter limits on vehicle emissions through a series of Euro standards. Diesel cars also have 15% lower CO 2 emissions per kilometer than equivalent gasoline-powered vehicles.

Clean

Clean Cleaning Diesel Land Rover

Volvo follows in Stellantis’ footsteps and departs from ACEA

Teslarati

JULY 8, 2022

“We have one of the most ambitious plans in the industry, but we can’t realize zero-emission transport by ourselves.” ” Last month, EU countries supported a campaign to ban carbon emissions from new cars by 2035. We remain committed to act as a strong common voice of EU-based car, truck, van, and bus makers.”

Volvo

Volvo Climate Change Automobile Manufacturer Climate

Diesel market share in Europe drops below 50%; offset by increased gasoline engine sales; implications for climate targets

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 1, 2017

of new car registrations in the first half of 2017, according to the European Association of Automobile Manufacturers (ACEA). Policy makers need to be aware that a sudden shift from diesel technology to petrol will lead to an increase in CO 2 emissions, given that the market penetration of alternative powertrains remains low.”

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Gasoline Europe Diesel Market

Pike ranks Volkswagen Group as the global leader in clean diesel vehicles

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OCTOBER 17, 2012

Pike’s Contenders category includes BMW; PSA. particulate matter (PM) emissions set by the US Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Tier 2 standards or the EU’s Euro 5 standards. significant reduction from the previous emissions levels allowed. The company has long. Each of these standards mandated a. Top 10 Vendors.

Clean

Clean Cleaning Diesel Global

European automakers and fuel suppliers argue for diesel as they call on policy makers to accelerate fleet renewal

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JULY 8, 2015

The associations pointed out that political measures restricting the rollout of the new generation of diesel technology would undermine existing efforts to cut CO 2 emissions. We have introduced high‐efficiency diesel engines and diesel particulate filters that eliminate almost all particle emissions from the exhaust tailpipe.

Diesel

Diesel Fleet Renewable Fuel

ACEA study finds cost still strong deterrent for EV uptake across Europe; calls for “realistic” targets recognizing affordability

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JULY 2, 2018

A new study by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) finds that the affordability of electric cars remains a strong deterrent for customers across the EU, along with lack of infrastructure and lack of investment in infrastructure. The auto industry is eager to move as fast as it can towards zero-emission vehicles.

Affordable

Affordable Europe Land Rover Netherlands

Bain: Germany’s goal of 1M electric cars by 2020 is unattainable; fewer than 50,000 units on road by end of this year

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 23, 2015

Stricter emission laws and the technological advances in electric drives will accelerate the trend towards e-mobility in the medium term, Bain said. In the medium-term there is no alternative to achieve the more stringent emission standards by 2025. Klaus Stricker, Head of Global Automotive Practice Group at Bain & Company.

2020

2020 Li-ion Electric Cars Germany

The European electric vehicle market continues to grow

Setec Powerr

AUGUST 11, 2022

In July 2021, the European Commission published its proposal for a plan to combat climate change, aiming to reduce at least 55% of the EU’s net greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 compared to 1990 levels and carbon neutrality by 2050. The transport sector is one of the most important targets for emission reductions.

Electric Vehicles

Electric Vehicles Market Vehicles Electric

EPA annual trends report finds new vehicle fuel economy at record 24.1 mpg; new powertrain technologies rapidly gaining share

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OCTOBER 10, 2014

EPA released the latest edition of its annual report on trends in CO 2 emissions, fuel economy and powertrain technology for new personal vehicles in the US. Fuel economy has now increased in eight of the last nine years; average carbon dioxide emissions are also at a record low of 369 g/mile in model year 2013. l/100 km)—a 0.5

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy MPG Economy EPA

40,000 pre-built charging piles in North America, the status quo of charging piles in Europe, America and Japan

Setec Powerr

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

This year, 7 month , The European Commission announced Fit for 55 Environmental protection and emission reduction package , Designed to 2030 Compare EU greenhouse gas emissions in 1990 Annual emission reduction 55?. therefore , European Association of automobile manufacturers ?ACEA?

North America

North America Japan America Charging

JATO: global vehicle sales fall by 39% in March; electrified vehicles up to 17.4% new registration market share in Europe

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APRIL 30, 2020

The trade wars, lower economic growth and tougher emissions regulations came long before the COVID-19 crisis. The positive results came as a result of more electrified vehicles from Mercedes (+44%), Volkswagen (+240%), BMW (+15%), Hyundai (+25%), Volvo (+79%), and Suzuki, among others. 29f21c0cbca83138705c33c58e16f247. >.

Europe

Europe Sale Market Global

EUCAR calls for targeted support for automotive initiatives in €80B Horizon 2020 program; targeting €5B budget

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JUNE 21, 2012

EUCAR members are BMW, DAF, Daimler, Fiat, Ford of Europe, GM/Opel, Jaguar Land Rover, Porsche, PSA Peugeot Citroën, Renault, Scania, Volkswagen, Volvo Cars and Volvo Group. EUCAR is closely connected to ACEA, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association.

2020

2020 Land Rover Volvo 2014

ARB Report Finds Reflective Glazing to Meet Cool Cars Regulation Will Not Impact Certain Portable Devices

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NOVEMBER 22, 2009

Based on these requirements, ARB expects reflective glazing to be installed on windshields in 2012 and on all windows in 2016, unless automobile manufacturers decide to use an alternate performance option for 2016 and beyond. ARB tested manufacturer-installed reflective windows in vehicles from Mercedes-Benz, BMW and GM.

2009

2009 Cars Automobile Manufacturer 2016

BMW unveils the production i3 in New York, London and Beijing; efficiency, dynamics and a supporting ecosystem of services

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JULY 30, 2013

In a simultaneous—and video linked—unveil in New York, London and Beijing, BMW introduced the production version of its i3 battery-electric vehicle on Monday. The BMW i3 uses the BMW eDrive rear-wheel drive powertrain previously found on the BMW ActiveE (but the i3 is significantly lighter). Earlier post.)

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BMW New York London Production

Japanese carmakers still ‘most sustainable’

Green Cars News

OCTOBER 30, 2009

A focus on tailpipe CO2 emissions has distracted away from the impact of car production, suggests Professor Frank Figge who co-authored the ‘Sustainable Value in Automobile Manufacturing’ study. There is a mixed picture among European manufacturers. The survey attempts to close this gap.”. billion from 1999 to 2007.

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As An EV Maker, What Does It Take to Win the EV Race?

Get Electric Vehicle

OCTOBER 9, 2023

The Race Among The Automobile Manufacturers The internal combustion engine (ICE) has powered our cars for over a century and is being gradually replaced by electric vehicles (EVs). To win the EV race, an auto manufacturer must be firmly committed to sustainability. in 2020 and the trend is not going down.

Affordable

Affordable Hyundai Electric Vehicles Ford

NHTSA Sets MY 2011 CAFE Standards; Estimates Industry-Wide 27.3 mpg

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MARCH 27, 2009

mpg, save 887 million gallons of fuel over the lifetime of the MY 2011 cars and light trucks, and reduce CO 2 emissions by 8.3 In response to the issuance of the final rule for MY 2011 CAFE, Dave McCurdy, President and CEO, Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers, said. million metric tons during that period. mpg (320 gCO 2 /mi).

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2011 MPG Standards Industrial

EV Charging: A Look at the International Landscape

EV Connect

MARCH 8, 2021

Europe Is Getting Organized In February 2021 , the European Union was advised by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association that binding targets should be set to have one million electric vehicle charging stations set up by 2024 and three million in place by 2029.

International

International Charging Canada 2020

Decoding The Complex Supply Chain In The Electric Vehicle Industry

Get Electric Vehicle

JUNE 6, 2023

Picture this: You’re cruising down the road in your sleek, futuristic electric vehicle (EV), enjoying the whisper-quiet ride and emission-free journey. The electric vehicle industry is not just about cutting-edge technology and zero-emission vehicles.

Supplies

Supplies Electric Vehicles Industrial Industry

EV Driven

BMW Group makes sustainability and efficient resource management central to its strategic direction

Study of Sustainable Value in Automobile Manufacturing Finds Mixed Performance for Most OEMs, BMW and Toyota as the Clear Leaders

China to allow extended sales periods for ICE models based on existing emissions standard, report says

EPA Trends on EVs and PHEVs; beginning of a “measurable and meaningful impact” on new vehicle fuel economy and emissions

California, 6 automakers finalize bilateral Clean Car Framework agreements

ACEA, Hydrogen Europe and IRU call on EU to ramp up investments in hydrogen refueling infrastructure

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

Potsdam/TUB/BMW report says cap-and-trade instrument for road transport fuels combined with vehicle efficiency metrics is the most promising policy approach to reduce transport GHG

MINI realigning model range with emphasis on electromobility; crossover & premium compact segments; and China

Automakers Support Obama Administrations Development of National Program for Reducing Carbon Emissions and Fuel Consumption

European auto industry proposes further 20% cut in passenger car CO2 by 2030 from 2021; conditional on EV uptake and infrastructure; no ZEV mandate

Euro 6 regs in full effect; ACEA launches clean diesel campaign in support of technology-neutral policies

Volvo follows in Stellantis’ footsteps and departs from ACEA

Diesel market share in Europe drops below 50%; offset by increased gasoline engine sales; implications for climate targets

Pike ranks Volkswagen Group as the global leader in clean diesel vehicles

European automakers and fuel suppliers argue for diesel as they call on policy makers to accelerate fleet renewal

ACEA study finds cost still strong deterrent for EV uptake across Europe; calls for “realistic” targets recognizing affordability

Bain: Germany’s goal of 1M electric cars by 2020 is unattainable; fewer than 50,000 units on road by end of this year

The European electric vehicle market continues to grow

EPA annual trends report finds new vehicle fuel economy at record 24.1 mpg; new powertrain technologies rapidly gaining share

40,000 pre-built charging piles in North America, the status quo of charging piles in Europe, America and Japan

JATO: global vehicle sales fall by 39% in March; electrified vehicles up to 17.4% new registration market share in Europe

EUCAR calls for targeted support for automotive initiatives in €80B Horizon 2020 program; targeting €5B budget

ARB Report Finds Reflective Glazing to Meet Cool Cars Regulation Will Not Impact Certain Portable Devices

BMW unveils the production i3 in New York, London and Beijing; efficiency, dynamics and a supporting ecosystem of services

Japanese carmakers still ‘most sustainable’

As An EV Maker, What Does It Take to Win the EV Race?

NHTSA Sets MY 2011 CAFE Standards; Estimates Industry-Wide 27.3 mpg

EV Charging: A Look at the International Landscape

Decoding The Complex Supply Chain In The Electric Vehicle Industry

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