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ACEA report finds growth of charging points not keeping pace with rising demand for electric vehicles in Europe

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A new report by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) shows that despite strong growth, the available charging infrastructure for electric vehicles in the EU still falls far below what is needed, and remains unevenly distributed across member states. of all cars sold in Europe in 2019 were electrically-chargeable (+2.4

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JRC report assesses R&I in low-emission alternative energy for transport (ALT) in Europe; €2.3B spent from 2007-2020

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The European Commission’s Joint Research Center recently published a report analyzing research and innovation (R&I) in low-emission alternative energy for transport in Europe. The analysis focuses on selected EU-funded projects from TRIMIS with end dates from 2019 onwards. Methane-based fuels (e.g. Bars not in scale.

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Provisional agreement reached on European CO2 standards for heavy-duty trucks; 30% lower by 2030

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Under the agreement, emissions from new trucks will have to be 15% lower by 2025 and 30% lower in 2030 compared to 2019 emissions. With the first-ever EU emission standards for trucks agreed, we are completing the legal framework to reach the European target of cutting greenhouse gas emissions by at least 40% by 2030.

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Opinion: 4 Things You Should Think About Before Buying a Sports Car

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If you want to move forward—some sports cars we’ve reviewed. Flash Drive: 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT (an electric alternative). Road Test: 2019 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Z51 Coupe. Road Test: 2019 Chevrolet Camaro SS Coupe. Ensure that you get a car that suits your needs and lifestyle.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid

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One of the challenges Clean Fleet Report takes seriously is to test the EPA fuel economy ratings for the cars, crossovers and trucks we review, knowing efficiency is a top priority when looking to purchase a new vehicle. Adding electric miles. A fully charged battery will deliver 26 miles of all-electric driving.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Crown Hybrid

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When we have the Crown for a week or more we will post a Road Test review. Both hybrid systems have front and rear electric motors with the Max having more power and torque; both run on 87 octane. The electric power steering was direct, but a bit light when pushing country lane corners in the Platinum Hybrid Max. Hybrid Options.

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

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Escaping High Fuel Prices; a Natural Bridge to an EV. The 2022 Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) is powered by a 2.5-liter That number jumps to 105 MPGe, or miles per gallon equivalent, when combining electricity and gasoline. 244 total miles, with 144 all-electric miles. all-electric miles. ??

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