Electrek

APRIL 14, 2021

Cash-for-clunker style programs that offer an incentive to swap an old gas-powered car for a new electric bicycle are gaining steam across Europe. more… The post Another major EU country to offer $3,000 e-bike credit to trade in your old gas car appeared first on Electrek.

Cash For Clunkers 100

Cash For Clunkers Gas Gas-Electric Cars 100

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

Both hybrid and electric vehicles have significantly more expensive power semiconductor content required to control components such as traction motor inverters and DC-DC converters, but the electrification trend also supports autonomy features and advanced infotainment, even in the smaller car segment.

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2020 Cash For Clunkers Stimulus Package Global 170

Green Car Congress

MARCH 15, 2013

Vehicle power is at a record high, while the vehicle weight trend is generally flat. In MY 2011, the average vehicle power was 230 hp (172 kW), an increase of 16 horsepower since MY 2010. Car power increased by 10 horsepower and truck power increased by 18 horsepower, and the remaining difference was due to higher truck market share.

Fuel Economy 284

Fuel Economy 2012 EPA Economy 284

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 13, 2013

Vehicle weight trend is flat and increasing vehicle power trend is slowing. Beginning in MY 2005, technology has been used to increase both fuel economy (which has reduced CO 2 emissions) and power, while keeping vehicle weight relatively constant. Change in Adjusted fuel economy, weight, and horsepower for MY 1975-2013.

Fuel Economy 247

Fuel Economy 2012 Economy EPA 247

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Vehicle replacement schemes such as the “cash for clunkers” program in the US and the “scrappage scheme” in the UK have featured prominently in the economic stimulation packages initiated by many governments to cope with the global economic crisis—at least 13 countries have deployed such schemes. A reduction of more than 2.1

Emissions 218

Emissions CO2 2000 Vehicles 218

Green Car Congress

APRIL 30, 2009

Only 22% remains to power the vehicle. Cash for Clunkers. There are two bills in the US House of Representatives to give people cash for replacing an old, fuel inefficient vehicle with a new, more efficient, one. Braking losses add another 6%. Major factors contributing to Li-ion battery aging.

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Congress 2009 Cash For Clunkers Li-ion 150

Revenge of the Electric Car

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

WASHINGTON -(Dow Jones)- Move over, cash for clunkers. By contrast, hybrid vehicles that mix traditional internal- combustion engines with electric power accounted for less than 3% of car sales in 2008, more than a decade after their introduction. November 16, 2009: 06:01 PM ET. By Judith Burns. Of DOW JONES NEWSWIRES.

Volt 100

Volt Tax Credit Cash For Clunkers Tax 100