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UK auto industry warns anti-diesel agenda and slow uptake of EVs could mean missing 2021 CO2 targets; rising CO2 average in 2017

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The warning came as a new report published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) confirmed that the fleet average CO 2 of newly registered cars rose for the first time in 2017, despite vehicles becoming ever more efficient. in 2017 to 119,821 units. of the overall new car market in 2017.

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Canada’s Budget 2022 calls for C$3.8B to launch Critical Minerals Strategy

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billion) in funding to make zero-emission vehicles more affordable and to build a national network of charging stations. The introduction of a new 30% Critical Mineral Exploration Tax Credit for specified mineral exploration expenses incurred in Canada and renounced to flow-through share investors. Among its measures is up to C$3.8

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SEAT to launch 6 electric and plug-in hybrid models, develop smaller version of MEB for lower-cost EVs

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The goal of the new platform is to develop affordable electric vehicles, with an entry level price below €20,000. The small electric platform project is a great step towards an even more affordable electric mobility. Profit after tax went up to €294 million—4.6% higher than the 2017 result (9.552).

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Economists propose use of dynamic road fees for traffic control

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The funds raised could be used to improve roads and public transport, and to reduce fuel and other taxes. In Germany, the economic damage caused by congested roads in 2017 totaled approximately €80 billion euros. The authors do not believe that the toll would disadvantage people who cannot afford the tolls. —Cramton et al.

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Obama Administration launches series of actions to accelerate EV adoption; inc. $4.5B in loan guarantees, pursuing 350 kW fast charge

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It will also list current tax credits and incentives applicable to EV charging. Alone, the federal government plans to purchase more than 500 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) or EVs in fiscal year 2017. potential longer-term innovations including evolution up to 350 kilowatt (kW) fast charging. Municipal fleet electrification.

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President Obama, DOT Secretary Foxx announce $600M for 6th round of TIGER funding for transportation projects

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As outlined by the President, the proposal relies upon tax reform for about half of its funding—i.e., closing some tax loopholes and changing how businesses are taxed, resulting in about $150 billion. The full proposal will be outlined in the President’s FY2015 Budget Request to Congress. 2014 TIGER NOFA.

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BMW’s ReachNow car sharing expands to Brooklyn, launches pilot programs for new mobility services

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The ReachNow Ride scheduling feature will be widely available to members in early 2017. Share: MINI owners of 2016 or 2017 model year vehicles are invited to join the ReachNow Share pilot program in Seattle. This expanded ReachNow Reserve service will begin in Seattle in early 2017.

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