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Study finds NYC Clean Air Taxi rules successful in cutting pollution

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New York City Clean Air Taxi rules are successful in cutting emissions and reducing air pollution, [link] to a new study by researchers at the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health and Drexel University. The scientists report that overall fuel efficiency of the medallion taxi fleet climbed from 15.7

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Firefly & Hyundai Motor America create pilot program to offer rideshare fleets & drivers new vehicles with bonus income up to $3,600/year

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With opportunities for drivers to earn additional income upon purchasing a new vehicle by having Firefly’s smart display screen technology integrated onto and inside each vehicle, Hyundai Drive by Firefly could help cover monthly car lease/financing costs for qualified drivers and fleets for the duration of the program.

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Axis Bank extends Rs 1 billion loan to Everest Fleet for EVs | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Axis Bank has extended a loan of Rs 1 billion to Everest Fleet to empower them to purchase electric vehicles to be deployed as green taxis in India. Through this blended finance transaction, we have supported a service model and mobilised development capital.” The loan is for four years.

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MEG expanding heavy-duty electric truck efforts; succsessful testing of mine vehicle

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These types of benefits, coupled with our innovative financing programs for both truck and battery, means significant savings for heavy truck fleet operators—even before consideration of environmental factors for the rural environments where mining and other heavy industry takes place.

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German government awarding €50M in subsidies to 31 projects for municipal electromobility; issues fourth funding call

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This means that a total of more than 420 cars, well over 100 buses, around 110 special and commercial vehicles and more than 425 new charging points will be purchased and built. Procurement of electric vehicles in the taxi industry and car-sharing companies is also being supported.

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Failure to equalise VAT on public charging a missed opportunity

My Energi

Citing concerns surrounding ‘additional pressure on public finances’ and ‘limitations surrounding legal and fiscal considerations’, ministers also rejected calls to reinstate EV purchase grants – a scheme that proved vital in supporting the growth of the electric car market before its closure in June 2022.

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Ride-sharer Grab to invest $700M in “Grab 4 Indonesia” 2020 master plan

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Grab will start the “Grab 4 Indonesia” social impact investment fund to finance companies focused on deepening financial inclusion across all cities and income levels in Indonesia. Expand access to mobile payments and financing opportunities. Invest in technopreneurship for social good.

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