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Verified/Certified Cleaner Fuel Use: the cost differential between the eligible cleaner fuels. Certified Vehicle/Equipment Replacement: For non-road diesel vehicles and equipment, EPA will fund the incremental cost of a newer, cleaner vehicle. 2007 model year or newer heavy-duty engine. technologies. engine repower.
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Euro 3 for motorcycles and mopeds (widely available since 2007). Vehicles must meet strict emission standards to drive in the ULEZ area: Euro 4 for gasoline cars and vans (widely available since 2006). Euro 6 for diesel cars and vans (widely available since 2016). Vehicles that do not meet the standards must pay a £12.50 daily charge.
594, the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA) §§ 201 et seq., It will protect us from volatile oil prices and provide consumers with cleaner fuels and provide the nation with greater energy security. 109-58, 119 Stat. 110-140, 121 Stat. 1492, and the federal Renewable Fuels Standard. LCFS Complaint.
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