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WLTP and RDE tests for measuring emissions come into force in EU tomorrow

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A Global Technical Regulation (GTR) on WLTP was developed and finally adopted by UNECE’s World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations in March 2014, at the request of policy makers, the automobile industry and consumers. However, GTRs require incorporation into national or regional legal frameworks before they can be applied.

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Siemens presents three-point plan for implementing cost-efficient energy transition in Germany

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The government also is maintaining its target of cutting GHG emissions by 40% by 2020 (compared with 1990 levels) and by 80% by 2050. High electricity rates are burdening private households and industry alike and threatening Germany’s competitiveness, the company noted. However, the financial cost of the shift is causing concern.

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“Energiewende” in a tank; Audi e-fuels targeting carbon-neutral driving with synthetic fuels from renewables, H2O and CO2; Swiss policy test case

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The pilot plant is also demonstrating that industrialization of liquid Audi e‑fuels is also possible. Audi is the exclusive partner in the automotive industry. Audi’s e-fuels portfolio, especially on the liquid fuel side, is still in development, with the medium-term goal of industrial-scale commercialization. Earlier post.)

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California, 4 automakers reach framework agreement on GHG standards; slight FE weakening, no upstream emissions calculations

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for Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV), tapering off at the current MY 2020 and MY 2021 levels in MY 2025 and MY 2026, respectively. This agreement represents a feasible and acceptable path to accomplishing the goals of California and the automobile industry.

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