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Average CO2 emissions from new cars in the EU dropped by 3.7% last year

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The average engine capacity of the cars sold in 2010 slightly increased compared to 2009. Had weight not increased, the CO 2 reduction would have been 5%, claimed Transport & Environment (T&E), a European sustainable transport NGO. This report shows that cars are getting heavier again.

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Electrification gaining momentum in fleet vehicle industry – Charged EVs

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To reduce CO2 emissions, many countries signed the 2015 Paris Agreement on climate, pledging to cut their emissions by certain targets. These standards would complement the EPA’s final rule on nitrogen oxides and other criteria pollutant emissions for new heavy-duty engines and vehicles, which was adopted in December 2022.

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German transportation major FlixBus enters India – ET Auto

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Moreover, FlixBus is exclusively operating premium bus models equipped with BS6 engines, adhering to stringent emission norms that significantly reduce pollutants, and reinforcing the dedication to sustainability.

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The Budget 2009 - working towards sustainable transport

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The Budget confirmed and built on the Chancellor’s measures in Budget 2008 and the Pre-Budget report by: Confirming the new rules on capital allowances linked to CO2 emissions. The CO2 based allowances announced in last year’s Budget were confirmed. Confirming and extending the overhaul of Vehicle Excise Duty Rates.

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Taking another look at methanol as an alternative transportation fuel for the US

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Among methanol’s attractive attributes for transportation are: It is a liquid fuel which can be blended with gasoline and ethanol and can be used with today’s vehicle technology at minimal incremental costs. A bridging option is to use methanol derived from natural gas, with a CO2 intensity that is no worse than conventional fuels.

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The Transformative Role of Electric Vehicles in Shaping Smart Cities

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Zero Tailpipe Emissions: One of the most significant contributions of electric vehicles to environmental sustainability is their zero tailpipe emissions. Smart cities, therefore, are not only focused on the operational phase but also on sustainable manufacturing processes and recycling initiatives.

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Must Read 40+ Electric Vehicle Interview Questions & Answers

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An electric vehicle is a type of vehicle that uses one or more electric motors for propulsion instead of an internal combustion engine that runs on fossil fuels like gasoline or diesel. BEVs do not have an internal combustion engine and produce zero tailpipe emissions. . #2 What are electric vehicles and what are their classifications?