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Toyota a winner as CO2 reduction plan introduced to parliament with less pressure on SUVs and utes

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Aussie CO2 standard tough on Toyota, SUVs and utes READ MORE: Get out of the way diesel! This includes models such as the Toyota Landcruiser and Nissan Patrol; >>> Smoothing the emissions trajectory for light commercial vehicles. The Ford Ranger Plug-in Hybrid will arrive in 2025. Here’s a taste of them.

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Hybrids vs EVs: where should government put its money

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Meanwhile, Toyota and Maruti Suzuki are of the view for more tax cuts on hybrids. --> In a recent letter to the government, Tata Motors has opposed the further tax cuts on hybrids. Meanwhile, Toyota and Maruti Suzuki are of the view for … In a recent letter to the government, Tata Motors has opposed the further tax cuts on hybrids.

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Why India is in love with hybrid cars?

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Over the last few years, several automakers present in the Indian market have been shifting their focus on bringing in new cleaner and greener powertrain technologies. Petrol and diesel prices in India have shot up by around 41 per cent since 2019. Multiple factors have played their bit in this growth story of hybrid cars.

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Hybrid used more for “tax breaks” rather than for zero emissions’: PB Balaji of Tata Motors | Autocar Professional

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He further cited a recent report suggesting the realization that most people who drive hybrid vehicles, do it mostly on petrol, negating potential environmental gains. Apart from Maruti Suzuki, automakers including Toyota and Honda also offer hybrid vehicles.

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2026 Ineos Fusilier showcases rugged 4WD tech with full electric drivetrain – and it’s designed to get seriously dirty

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Newcomer off-road brand Ineos has unveiled its first EV, which should hit the market in 2026 as a zero emissions rival to upcoming electric off-roaders from Land Rover, Mercedes-Benz and Toyota.

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

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Bluechem Group products have been approved by global auto companies like BMW, Bosch, Ford, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Skoda, Toyota, Volkswagen etc. It is a recipient of the German Innovation Award, Großer Preis des Mittelstandes, among many others. diagnostic software, tools and equipment. .”

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

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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. There’s more to do. This discount won’t be needed forever – perhaps only another few years.

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