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UK new car CO2 emissions fell 3.5% in 2010 and more than 20% since 2000

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Emissions of new cars in the UK fell 3.5% Average CO 2 emissions from new cars have fallen by more than 20% since 2000. An earlier report by the SMMT showed that average new car CO 2 emissions fell 4.7% The scrappage scheme, which ended in March 2010, was a significant factor in this trend. to an average of 144.2

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Study finds that replacement programs that reduce vehicle lifetime can result in increased lifecycle CO2 emissions

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Effects of changes in the average lifespan of ordinary passenger cars newly registered between 1990-2000 on total induced CO 2 emissions in 2000. The increased lifetime of cars negatively affects the fuel efficiency average of the fleet, with negative environmental implications. Credit: ACS, Kagawa et al. Click to enlarge.

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Drive Electric Submission Land Transport (Clean Car) Amendment Bill

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RE: Drive Electric Submission Land Transport (Clean Car) Amendment Bill. The interim Clean Car Discount, which is already in the market, is showing promising signs of success. Moving to zero emissions vehicles, as the cliche goes, is the low hanging fruit in New Zealand’s fight against climate change. Scrappage schemes.

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Drive Electric Submission on the Emissions Reduction Plan Discussion Document

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We must position ourselves ready to take advantage of this change, and then communicate and engage New Zealanders. . Many leading markets and car manufacturers have committed to effectively phasing out fossil fuel powered light vehicles. This is very true when it comes to the shift towards e-mobility. This will happen from 2030.