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Junkyard Find: 1987 Chevrolet Sprint ER

The Truth About Cars

What was the most fuel-efficient (mass-produced, internal combustion-powered, highway-legal, non-gray-market, four-wheeled, et freakin' cetera) new car available in the United States during the 1980s? It appears that this engine was not legal for sale in high-altitude areas.

Chevrolet 105
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Hindustan Zinc may put off demerger – ET Auto

Baua Electric

In a meeting on September 29, 2023, HZL’s board had asked the company to explore a corporate restructuring to create three separate legal entities for zinc and lead, silver, and recycling business to unlock shareholder value. billion cash deal. However, the share is trading way below its 52-week high of INR 344.

Auto 40
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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles safer than gas-powered cars?

Drive Electric

Because ICEVs are operated with a mixture of flammable fuel and hot oils, they pose a major fire risk. There isn’t an electric car for sale in New Zealand today that has scored less than a total five-star ANCAP rating. So is an EV less flammable than a petrol car? Don’t worry about dodging puddles in your Prius!

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Perspective: US Needs to Transition to Hydrous Ethanol as the Primary Renewable Transportation Fuel

Green Car Congress

The oil price shocks of the 1970s led the Brazilian government to address the strain high prices were placing on its fragile economy. Brazil, the largest and most populous country in South America, was importing 80% of its oil and 40% of its foreign exchange was used to pay for that imported oil.

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National Low Carbon Fuel Standard study releases major Technical Analysis and Policy Design reports; providing a scientific basis for policy decisions

Green Car Congress

Very broadly, they found that an LCFS would buffer the economy against global oil price spikes, trim demand for petroleum, and lessen upward pressure on gas prices. Treat all crude oils as part of the overall pool of transportation fuels. We did not shy away from controversy. We are not advocates. Harmonize global LCFS policies.

Carbon 247
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Electric dirt bikes buyer’s guide and best models

Green Authority

If you enjoy the outdoors, there are electric dirt bikes for sale today that can provide the ride quality you are looking for, and some more. There’s no gas and oil. Electric Motion’s Escape is another road-legal, off-road electric bike that looks good and performs well. Looking just for the best dirt bikes out there?