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CAR report quantifies automotive’s position as a leading high-tech industry

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Percentage of Global R&D Spending by Industry, 2013. A newly-released report by the Center for Automotive Research (CAR) concludes that the automotive industry is not only “high-tech,” it is frequently a leader in technological developments and applications. Source: IRI 2013, CAR. Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge.

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Dieselgate 2.0: 600K Ram trucks recalled, Cummins to pay $2 billion

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Let this settlement be a lesson: We won’t let greedy corporations cheat their way to success and run over the health and well-being of consumers and our environment along the way,” California Attorney General Rob Bonta told reporters yesterday. Stellantis had no comment on the case.

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HELLA and Vahle developing wireless charging systems for plug-in vehicles

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Based in Kamen, Germany, Vahle has 15 years of experience in contact-free energy transfer in industrial environments, while HELLA is a recognized leader in the development of electronics, software, processes and production in the auto industry. Earlier post.) Earlier post.).

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UK study finds low carbon policy has bolstered UK automotive sector, but trucks neglected and biofuels stalled

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Fuel costs for motorists are also lower than they would otherwise have been due to improved efficiency—a “win-win-win” for the environment, industry and consumers. UK auto sector turnover was £64.1 billion (US$110 billion) in 2013 compared with £46.3 billion (US$79 billion) in 2003.

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IHS Automotive forecasts 88.6M unit global light vehicle market in 2015; 2.4% growth

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According to the analysis, the current anti-trust campaign environment could alter the relationships among consumers, dealer and OEMs. There was a stark change in 2014 South America automotive demand compared to 2013, when monthly sales broke the 500,000 unit mark seven times. million units. South America.

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UKH2Mobility interim report finds potential for 1.6M hydrogen-powered vehicles on UK roads by 2030, with annual sales of 300K units

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Opportunities for the UK to take a leading role in low carbon technologies will be looked at as part of our auto industrial strategy, published later this year. Environment. —Business Minister Michael Fallon. The key findings are: Consumer. The final report of Phase 1 is due to be published in March.

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Ford Exec Cites US Energy Policies As Critical Factor in Shaping Future Vehicle Fleet, Calls for Cap-and-Trade Program

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Sue Cischke, Ford group vice president, Sustainability, Environment and Safety Engineering, pointed to the “ key role ” government policies such as fuel standards and greenhouse gas emission regulations, play in the development and support of Ford’s product and technology pathways. Adapted from ICCT. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.)

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