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IHS Markit: average age of cars and light trucks in US rises again in 2019 to 11.8 years

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A larger fleet means more service and repair opportunities in the future. from 2018-2019 while in the Midwest they aged by just 0.4%. From 2018-2019, the average age of passenger cars increased 2.2% There is simply a lack of 2008 and 2009 model year vehicles due to the lower sales numbers during that timeframe.

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ICCT analysis finds UN’s aircraft CO2 standard lags current technology by more than a decade

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The ICCT first analyzed the historical trends in fuel efficiency improvement of new commercial jet aircraft in 2009. Average margin to ICAO’s CO 2 standard for new aircraft, 1980 - 2019. Key findings of the report include: New aircraft in 2019 were already on average 6% more fuel efficient than required by the ICAO standard in 2028.

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Study: e-scooter head and neck injuries on the rise

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Henry Ford researchers looked at available data from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission and found that between January 2009 and December 2019 there were more than 100,000 e-scooter related injuries reported. The estimated national total of electric scooter cases from 2009 to 2019 was 103,943 (95% CI: 79,650–128,237).

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Daimler subsidiary NuCellSys becomes Mercedes-Benz Fuel Cell GmbH

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As of January 2019, fully owned Daimler subsidiary NuCellSys GmbH will operate under the name of Mercedes-Benz Fuel Cell GmbH. By changing the company name we are sending a clear signal and emphasizing the future relevance of fuel cell technology. Fuel cell technology is an integral part of our drive system strategy.

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IHS Markit: US gasoline demand could be cut almost in half due to COVID-19

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Further, according to the latest IHS Markit forecasts, the global auto industry will exerience an unprecedented and almost instant stalling of demand in 2020, with global auto sales forecast to plummet more than 12% from 2019 to 78.8 during the global recession in 2008/2009. million units. Europe autos demand for 2020 is set at 15.6

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GM investing $2B in Spring Hill plant to build EVs, starting with Cadillac LYRIQ

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In addition, the company is confirming investments in five Michigan plants, including the Lansing Delta Township Assembly and Flint Assembly for future crossover and full-size pickup production. In March 2019, GM announced it would invest $300 million in Orion Assembly to produce a new Chevrolet electric vehicle. General Motors Co.

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New all-electric Mini E to launch in 2019 as halo for brand

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Only a few hundred were built, back in 2009, but the quick project gave the German company real-world experience on how electric-car drivers used their cars, recharged them, and otherwise.

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