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Rosenbauer and Berlin Fire Dept to develop hybrid fire truck; project eLHF

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The goal is to develop an innovative product and to then purchase it. Consequently, the hybrid project vehicle is designed to help contribute towards reaching Berlin’s climate protection goals. Rosenbauer presented the “Concept Fire Truck” to the public for the first time in 2016. Rosenbauer Concept Fire Truck.

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Tesla compensates for the end of EV subsidies in Germany

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In a press release dated December 16, Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection (BMWK) announced the end of its EV subsidy program. BMWK’s EV subsidy program has paid out €10 million in EV subsidies since 2016, covering 2.1 million electric vehicle purchases.

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BMW Group enters long-term €2B supply contract with Northvolt for battery cells from Europe

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To make an effective contribution to climate protection, we aim to improve our products’ overall environmental balance—from resources to recycling. —Andreas Wendt, member of the Board of Management of BMW AG responsible for Purchasing and Supplier Network.

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Deutsche Post DHL and Renault aim to intensify their collaboration on the use of electric vehicles

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The intended global agreement shall contain the options for a future purchase of Renault Kangoo Z.E. By 2016 over 140 electric vehicles will be in use, including several Renault Kangoo Z.E. The investment into new technologies and fuel concepts is part of the Group''s climate protection program GoGreen. The Kangoo Z.E.