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Major study concludes achieving EU 2050 transport decarbonization goals will require portfolio of advanced powertrains; fuel cells, battery-electric and plug-in hybrids

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In the study, the economic comparison between powertrains is based on the total cost of ownership (TCO). Fast charging may become widespread, but the impact on battery performance degradation over time and power grid stability is unclear. After 2025, the total cost of ownership (TCO) of all the powertrains converges.

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