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NTSB Chair questions safety impact of heavy EVs

Green Car Congress

The electric F-150 weighs 700 kg more than its petrol-powered predecessor. Smaller electric cars are heavier than their petrol equivalents, too. A focus on driving lighter, safer, cleaner and less can ensure a better future for everyone. Why does this matter? First and foremost is safety. —Shaffer et al.

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London study suggests PHEV vans a practical, accessible solution for cleaner air in European cities

Green Car Congress

Emissions-free mobility is essential for the future of our cities and their citizens, but we know there are still barriers we face in the move to electrification. liter EcoBoost petrol engine as a range extender for total range exceeding 500 kilometers (310 miles).

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British Airways invests in LanzaJet; SAF offtake agreement

Green Car Congress

British Airways will power future flights with sustainable aviation fuel produced from sustainably-sourced ethanol, as part of a new partnership with sustainable jet fuel company LanzaJet.

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How EVs Are Helping Humanity & Saving Lives?

Get Electric Vehicle

  Today we will look at how EVs are saving lives and helping us create a sustainable future without compromising any of the modern-day comforts. #1. Air pollution from cars running on petrol and diesel contributes to early mortality, cancer, bronchitis and asthma. With Formula-E they are getting into the racing arena as well. 

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[PRESS RELEASE] DRIVE ELECTRIC RESPONSE TO CLEAN CAR DISCOUNT CHANGES.

Drive Electric

Drive Electric analysis done in March showed the reduction in emissions of vehicles imported since the policy came into effect will save more than 2m tonnes of emissions over the lives of those vehicles, and $100m a year in petrol and diesel. Additional EVs brought in today under this scheme, are future second hand vehicles.”

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Aftermarket arm of Lumax Auto Tech partners with Bluechem Group for car care products – ET Auto

Baua Electric

We anticipate a bright future for our business and expect to achieve healthy growth at a CAGR of 40% over the next three years.” In India, the company will introduce co-branded products distributed by Lumax Aftermarket through its extensive network of 350+ channel partners and over 30,000 workshops located across India.

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Why Hybrids are gaining momentum amid EV frenzy | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

The hybrid vehicles — dual powered by a petrol engine and an electric motor — are gathering strong traction amongst SUV buyers versus all electric battery-operated passenger vehicles. The price premium between a hybrid and EV equivalent over petrol, hybrid is better off, despite high GST.” Hybrids cost about Rs 2.5

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