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ITS-Davis study finds social influence a key element in transitioning to more sustainable transportation such as PHEVs

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Research from the Institute of Transportation Studies, University of California at Davis (ITS-Davis) suggests it will take more than a reasonable price and good information to get consumers to make more sustainable transportation choices, such as the purchase of a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). Translation. Reflexivity.

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GM, SJTU wrap up EN-V 2.0 vehicle sharing pilot program; learnings to be shared with Maven

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vehicle sharing pilot program ( earlier post ) launched by General Motors and Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) recently concluded after two years’ operation in a real-world environment. GM regards car sharing as an important building block for future personal mobility. The Chevrolet EN-V 2.0 The EN-V 2.0

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Navigant forecasts modest global annual sales growth of e-bicycles, reaching 40.3M units in 2023

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Under Navigant Research’s aggressive scenario, in which e-bicycle become a stronger alternative to passenger vehicles in urban environments, global e-bicycle sales could reach as many as 44.4 China Electric (Battery) Forecasts Personal Transit' This growth in demand is expected to result in revenue for global e-bicycle sales of $13.5

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Study concludes cycling is the urban transport mode associated with the greatest health benefits

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A new study led by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), a center supported by the la Caixa Banking Foundation, has concluded that cycling is the mode of transport associated with the greatest health benefits: better self-perceived general health, better mental health and fewer feelings of loneliness. 2018.08.002.

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The Transformative Role of Electric Vehicles in Shaping Smart Cities

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Smart cities, therefore, are not only focused on the operational phase but also on sustainable manufacturing processes and recycling initiatives. Promoting Sustainable Transportation Behavior: The adoption of electric vehicles within smart cities fosters a shift towards more sustainable transportation behavior among residents.

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Volvo Cars demos self-driving cars in Beijing

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Implementing autonomous drive will improve safety, reduce emissions and ease mobility in heavily congested urban environments. Smart vehicles are a key part of the solution, but a broad societal approach is vital to offer sustainable personal mobility in the future.

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The Electric Vehicle Era Needs a Skilled Workforce

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Additionally, gamification techniques can make training engaging and compelling, fostering skill development in a dynamic learning environment. Utilizing feedback mechanisms from industry experts ensures that training programs remain responsive to the evolving needs of the EV infrastructure maintenance sector.