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T&E study: EVs can be cheaper for Uber drivers to run than latest diesels in many European capitals

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Medium-sized battery-electric cars are on average 14% cheaper to run than equivalent diesels today, if slow charging overnight near home and/or fast charging at preferential rates are available. Charging is a key barrier for the uptake of EVs by professional drivers.

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COVID-19 outbreak poised to strengthen EV momentum and the markets for cobalt and copper

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Among other things, the government is to promote vehicle sales in rural areas, update vehicle fleets in urban areas, and strengthen construction of electric vehicle charging infrastructure. To automakers, meanwhile, the COVID19 lockdowns offer a rare opportunity to take a step back and re-evaluate long-term strategies.

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VW Scirocco gets a completely new range of engines; up to 20 PS more power and 19% more fuel efficient

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The six turbo direct injection engines belong to the latest generation of Volkswagen''s four-cylinder engine family and consistently fulfill the EU 6 emissions standard in addition to being up to 19% more fuel efficient. In the late summer of 2008 Volkswagen re-introduced the model with the third-generation Scirocco.

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China’s new energy buses are re-exported to Europe

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This model adopts an all-aisle low-floor design, with a maximum passenger capacity of 90 people, and a comprehensive range of 400 kilometers after a single charge. The seats in the car have their own ambient lighting, and there are USB charging ports under the seats. Entering the European market again!

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MIT Battery Breakthrough Could Revolutionize Electric Cars : Gas 2.0

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The breakthrough could revolutionize electric car battery technology and pave the way for ultra-fast charging electric vehicles in as little as two years. When the team tested the newly-coated cathode, they discovered it could be charged and discharged in as little as 9 seconds. by RSS or sign up by email. Herron makes a valid point.

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ITF report finds self-driving shared vehicles could take up to 90% of cars off city streets; total kilometers travelled increases

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If a fleet of electric vehicles were used instead, a fleet of shared self-driving vehicles would need only 2% more vehicles, however, to accommodate battery re-charging times and reduced travel range. Active management is needed to lock in the benefits of freed space.

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