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NHTSA proposes 58 mpg usual for current automobiles by means of 2032

Baua Electric

WASHINGTON — 3 months later the EPA proposed its strictest-ever limits on tailpipe air pollution, NHTSA has defined gas financial system requirements for current light-duty automobiles and vehicles that will require a mean fleet gas financial system of 58 mpg by means of the 2032 mannequin yr.

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The Ins and Outs of Scrap Car Recycling

Clean Fleet Report

Unbeknownst to many, manufacturing new automobiles exacts a toll on our ecosystem—increased energy consumption and escalating greenhouse gas emissions further exacerbate the situation. The Art of Dismantling and Depollution: Next, we delve into dismantling and de-pollution, where hazardous materials are carefully purged.

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SF Residents Disable Autonomous Vehicles With Traffic Cones

The Truth About Cars

Though the activists do make for some unlikely allies, as they’re not all that keen on automobiles in general. It wants fewer vehicles on the road to make way for more bicycles, public parks, and lessened pollution. The reason has everything to do with their being inconvenienced.

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SCAQMD awards AC Propulsion $300K grant for 3 electric service van conversions

Green Car Congress

an automobile conversion company out of New Castle, Delaware. The converted vehicle will comply with Guidelines for Electric Vehicle Safety SAE J2344, and all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. AC Propulsion was awarded the $300,000 grant out of a total program budget of $750,000. Earlier post.).

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Cobalt Technologies Launches Biobutanol Pilot Facility in California

Green Car Congress

A 12% blend of Cobalt biobutanol with gasoline, already permissible under US EPA guidelines, complies with the requirements of California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard. Butanol has a higher energy content than ethanol and is less polluting. In addition, it is fully compatible with today’s automobile engines and pipeline infrastructure.

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Strong support for EV ambitions | Autocar Professional

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Originally targeting three industries, the scheme was later expanded to include 14 sectors including automobiles, auto components, electronic products, solar PV modules, advanced chemistry cell (ACC) battery among others. It aims to promote import substitution besides generating employment opportunities.

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Is it the Right Time to Buy an Electric Car?

Get Electric Vehicle

Governments all over the world are providing bonuses and incentives in the form of tax reduction and subsidies to promote the use and adaption of electric vehicles as it is an easier way to decrease pollution and improve air quality. The companies are also provisioning substantial benefits to increase their market share on the EV market.

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