Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Portugal-based energy company Galp and Sweden-based battery manufacturer Northvolt have agreed to set up a joint company, Aurora, that aims to become a steppingstone for the development of an integrated lithium-battery value-chain aligned with Portuguese and European ambitions. —Paolo Cerruti, Co-Founder and COO of Northvolt.

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APRIL 25, 2018

Efforts to improve the fuel efficiency of new cars sold in the European Union (EU) stalled in 2017 compared to 2016, according to provisional data published today by the European Environment Agency (EEA). While past years have seen steady declines, new passenger cars registered in 2017 emitted on average 0.4 g/km last year to 118.5g/km.

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MAY 30, 2019

Total greenhouse gas emissions in the European Union (EU) increased by 0.7% Less coal was used to produce heat and electricity but this was offset by higher industrial and transport emissions, the latter increasing for the fourth consecutive year. From 1990 to 2017, the EU reduced its net greenhouse gas emissions by 21.7%.

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2017 Emissions Transportation Gas 191

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JANUARY 30, 2023

Available in hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions, the new Toyota C-HR will also be the first plug-in hybrid passenger car to be produced in Turkey. These measures include the introduction of new paint shop technologies which minimize CO 2 emissions and the use of solar energy which aims to make the plant self-sufficient in its energy use.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

Uber is committing to become a fully zero-emission platform by 2040, with 100% of rides taking place in zero-emission vehicles, on public transit, or with micromobility. In addition to platform goals, Uber is also committed to reaching net-zero emissions from corporate operations by 2030.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 25, 2017

The findings, says the ITF, largely confirm initial results from simulations using mobility data from Lisbon (Portugal). With these shared services, all of today’s car journeys in Helsinki Metropolitan Area could be provided with just 4% of the current number of private vehicles.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2015

Daimler has concluded customer field trials with eight pre-production Fuso Canter E-Cell electric trucks ( earlier post ) in Portugal. FUSO developed the battery-powered and locally emission-free Canter E-Cell at the Daimler Trucks Center of Competence for Hybrid Technology. That time is cut to just one hour on a quick charging system.

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Portugal Power Powered CO2 150

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DECEMBER 18, 2020

Toyota Caetano Portugal (TCAP), the joint venture of Toyota Motor Europe (TME) and Salvador Caetano, strengthened its strategic alliance with CaetanoBus and Finlog by becoming the direct shareholder of the two Portuguese companies. Finlog, on the other hand, will develop a full operational lease program focused on the bus business.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2023

In a vote of 340 votes for, 279 votes against, and 21 abstentions, the law will push for new performance standards for new cars and vans in line with the EU’s climate goals. The push to transition consumers toward all-electric powertrains is an effort to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions and reach lofty climate goals.

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Sale Engine Bulgaria CO2 98

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APRIL 13, 2021

The fleet renewal project represents a significant commitment by Lisbon metropolitan planners to accelerate the introduction of emissions-free public transport solutions. Increased electrification of transportation, including inland waterway transport, will play a key role in helping Portugal achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.

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JUNE 20, 2012

Average carbon dioxide emissions per kilometer continue to fall in Europe, according to preliminary figures released by the European Environment Agency (EEA). The data also show that car manufacturers are mostly on track to meeting European Union (EU) targets. The average CO 2 emissions for these cars was 135.7

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OCTOBER 6, 2016

From 2019, Volkswagen Group Logistics will use two LNG-powered charter vessels from Siem Car Carriers AS, making it one of the first automakers to opt for low-emission LNG-powered vessels for the marine transport of vehicles. The use of LNG-powered roll on/roll off (RORO) car carriers on other routes is currently being considered.

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APRIL 20, 2017

The fuel efficiency of new cars sold in the European Union (EU) continued to improve last year but at a slower rate, according to provisional data from the European Environment Agency. g CO 2 /km, new cars sold in 2016 emitted more than 23 g CO 2 /km above the 2021 target, according to the provisional emissions reported by Member States.

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JUNE 18, 2020

Electric cars are becoming an attractive business proposition for high-mileage vehicle operators such as ride-sharer Uber in key EU capitals such as Paris, Berlin, Madrid and Lisbon, a new study by research and campaign group Transport & Environment (T&E) has found. —Yoann Le Petit, new mobility expert with T&E.

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Diesel Taxi Re-Charge Pollution 243

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MAY 1, 2014

Cars sold in Europe in 2013 were collectively 4% more efficient than the year before, according to provisional data from the European Environment Agency (EEA). The average CO 2 emissions level of a new car sold in 2013 was 127 g CO 2 /km; the target for 2015 was 130 g/km. million new cars registered in the EU in 2013.

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APRIL 1, 2023

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares announced that the Mangualde Production Center in Portugal will enter a new era with the production of battery electric light commercial vehicles (LCV) starting in early 2025, producing the Citroën ë-Berlingo, Peugeot e-Partner, Opel Combo-e and Fiat e-Doblò models, both in light commercial and passenger versions.

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Portugal Production Electric Electrical 210

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2016

SUVs overtook lower medium cars to become the largest automotive segment in 2015, accounting for 22.9% An increasing number of consumers in key emerging markets will be in a position to trade up from smaller cars to SUVs. Euromonitor predicts that small cars will see a global Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 2.9%

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2015 2014 SUV Portugal 150

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JULY 11, 2011

Opel and Europcar have agreed to introduce the Opel Ampera extended range electric vehicle ( earlier post ) as a rental car throughout Europe. The Opel Ampera will then be rolled out throughout France, Italy, Portugal, Spain and the United Kingdom from the beginning of 2012. Opel Ampera. Click to enlarge.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2013

Equipped with Opel’s “BlueInjection” SCR (selective catalytic reduction) technology, the engine already meets Euro 6 emissions limits. g/km NO x for passenger car diesels, compared to 0.18 At the Geneva Motorshow (7-17 March, 2013) Opel will introduce a new generation diesel engine, the 1.6 The coming Euro 6 specs target 0.08

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FEBRUARY 6, 2022

The European Union (EU) … is planning to require that all new cars sold from 2035 have zero carbon emissions—a bold and valuable goal, but one that will demand the rapid development of both vehicle-charging infrastructure and battery production.

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Europe Batteries Battery Chile 150

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2010

The car will be mass-marketed globally from 2012 onwards. The project will focus on driver behaviour and the operational side of running a fleet of zero-emission battery-powered cars. LeasePlan is the first leasing company to offer the Nissan LEAF in Europe.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 30, 2020

The trade wars, lower economic growth and tougher emissions regulations came long before the COVID-19 crisis. The passenger cars registrations for Europe-27 were 848,800 units, down by 52% compared to March 2019. Those most affected were city-cars, MPVs and subcompacts. million units. million units.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2013

Responding to growing customer demand in Europe for small cars with low running costs and low emissions, Kia is introducing a bi-fuel gasoline-LPG model to its Picanto small car range. mpg US ) and CO 2 emissions of 100 g/km; automatic stop-start (ISG) equipped models will achieve 5.6 l/100 km (40.6 Europe LPG'

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Gasoline Kia Europe Czech Republic 218

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MAY 27, 2015

l/100 km) on the European combined cycle, a range of 817 miles on one tank of fuel and CO 2 emissions of 99 g/km. Under the rules of the title attempt, the same two drivers must be in the car for every kilometer of the journey. If successful, the new record will apply to all cars, including hybrid and electric models.

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Honda Miles Czech Republic Diesel 150

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JULY 14, 2014

The six turbo direct injection engines belong to the latest generation of Volkswagen''s four-cylinder engine family and consistently fulfill the EU 6 emissions standard in addition to being up to 19% more fuel efficient. By the end of 2013, 212,450 Scirocco had left the Volkswagen factory in Palmela, Portugal. Click to enlarge.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2009

GM Europe is launching the Chevrolet Spark ( earlier post ), providing more detail on the all-new mini car prior to its going on sale in Europe in the first quarter of 2010. The mini-car (A car) segment is the fastest growing area of the new car market globally. Chevrolet's usual full warranty applies to Spark LPG cars.

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2010 Engine Sale MPH 210

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APRIL 23, 2020

In the European Union—the world’s second-largest electric vehicle market—meanwhile, governments continue to promote electric mobility and union-wide CO 2 emissions remain in place. Crucially, China’s new energy vehicle purchase subsidies are expected to be extended for two years, although details have yet to be published.

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Market Supplies Re-Charge Luxembourg 247

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MAY 27, 2010

that will produce the lithium-ion batteries that power the Nissan LEAF zero-emission vehicle. It will be located adjacent to the vehicle assembly plant, which will be retooled to accommodate production of Nissan LEAF and will be capable of producing 150,000 electric cars annually.

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Nissan Li-ion Lithium Ion Tennessee 210

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JANUARY 18, 2010

A new report from Frost & Sullivan, Implementation Roadmap of CO 2 Tax Banding in European Countries and Impact Analysis on Powertrain and Green Technology Adoption , finds that about 80% of the European vehicle sales is expected to be in the less than 150 g/km CO 2 emission band by 2015. g/km—in model year 2016. Earlier post.)

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2015 Downsizing CO2 Sale 186

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JUNE 26, 2015

The identification of optimal future fuel blends with a fossil fuel base and Photofuel biofuels as additives, as well as the analysis of performance and emissions in car or truck engines, will be evaluated by the oil- and automotive-industry partners. A4F Algafuel SA, Portugal. Universität Bielefeld, Germany.

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Solar Fuel Italy Sweden 150

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APRIL 28, 2010

None of the EEA scenarios considered delivered the targeted reduction in transport GHG emissions. The report’s findings for the period 1997–2007 present a mixed picture, with some improvements in air pollutants and serious concerns regarding persistent growth in transport’s greenhouse gas emissions. Click to enlarge.

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APRIL 5, 2009

Indexed European transport sector greenhouse gas emissions, 1990-2006. Transport continues to contribute disproportionally to Europe’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, poor air quality and noise, and still uses the least efficient modes to move people and goods according to a new report from the European Environmental Agency (EEA).

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Green Cars News

FEBRUARY 21, 2011

As part of an exclusive first look at Nissan’s electric sportscar concept, the ESFLOW, there was chance for a collection of journalists from England, Germany, and Portugal to take part in a group discussion with Nissan’s Product Director for zero emission vehicles, Francois Bancon (pictured below), about the manufacturer’s electric car strategy and (..)

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AUGUST 1, 2009

Our car had to be the world’s first, medium-size, practical EV that motorists could afford and would want to use every day. The styling will identify not only Nissan LEAF but also the owner as a participant in the new era of zero-emission mobility. Charging at home through a 200V outlet is estimated to take approximately eight hours.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2009

The Renault-Nissan Alliance will use its European battery plants in France, the UK and Portugal to supply electric vehicles built around Europe and Turkey. Renault intends to use the batteries produced at Flins primarily for the all-new electric car that will derive from the Zoé Ze Concept, also to be built at the Flins plant.

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Nissan Electric Vehicles Manufacturer Batteries 199

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JULY 4, 2017

Eleven EU Member States breached air pollution ceilings in 2015 mostly due to high emissions from agricultural and transport sources, according to new data and a briefing released by the European Environment Agency (EEA). The briefing includes information on countries’ 2015 emissions and national ceilings for different pollutants.

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Green Cars News

MAY 15, 2009

Leading European car rental company, Europcar is now providing information about the CO2 emitted by its vehicles on its rental invoices, making it easier for customers to monitor their environmental impact. Even before booking, customers can go online to assess the average Europcar fleet CO2 emissions for each rental car.

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