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Minnesota becomes latest state to adopt California clean car standards

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Minnesota has become the latest state to adopt California clean car standards; the new standards were finalized by a notice in the state register on Monday. The policy will implement two clean cars standards to reduce vehicle emissions. Original map from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.

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NHTSA proposes updated CAFE standards for LDVs, fuel-efficiency standards for HD pickups and vans

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NHTSA is also setting forth proposed augural standards for MY 2032 passenger cars and light trucks, that would increase at 2% and 4% year over year, respectively, as compared to the prior year’s standards. gallons per 100 miles in MY 2038. The proposal also models a range of additional alternatives.

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US EPA issues new vehicle emission standards, boosting electric cars and hybrids

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Environmental Protection Agency announced final national pollution standards for passenger cars, light-duty trucks, and medium-duty vehicles for model years 2027 through 2032 and beyond.

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EPA restores California’s authority to enforce greenhouse gas emission standards for cars and light trucks

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The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reinstated California’s authority under the Clean Air Act to implement its own greenhouse gas (GHG) emission standards and zero emission vehicle (ZEV) sales mandate.

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Audi’s pilot project for glass recycling becomes part of standard production

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Audi is now shifting the “GlassLoop” pilot project into standard production; for the windshields in the Audi Q4 e-tron, the company will use glass made of up to 30% recycled material from car windows damaged beyond repair. The pilot project was the first to demonstrate that glass could be reused at comparable quality.

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Euro Parliament committee backs revised CO2 standards for cars and vans; zero-emission road mobility by 2035

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The European Parliament Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety (ENVI) adopted this week, with 46 votes in favor, 40 against and two abstentions, a position on proposed rules to revise the CO 2 emission performance standards for new cars and vans in line with the EU’s increased climate ambition. Background.

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SAE International to develop standard for Tesla NACS connector

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SAE International will standardize the Tesla-developed North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector. Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Rivian, Volvo Cars ( earlier post ) and a number of EV charging companies recently announced plans to adopt the NACS connector through adaptors or future product offerings.

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