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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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Because diesel cars typically consume less fuel than gasoline equivalents they emit, on average, 15-20% less CO 2. million strong new car market still powered, wholly or in part, by gasoline or diesel. Alongside advances in gasoline and diesel vehicle technology, the industry is investing heavily in alternative technologies.

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Tesla sees over 1400% rise in UK vehicle registrations in April

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That being said, the majority of the UK’s auto sector still favors combustion engine-powered vehicles. Last month, the UK had 132,990 new vehicle registrations, with gasoline being the most popular fuel choice among consumers. Overall, gas-powered vehicles saw a 4.1%

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Driving Towards a Sustainable Future: The Rise of Electric Autos in India

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The Indian government has introduced various incentives and initiatives, such as subsidies and tax benefits, to promote the adoption of electric autos. Additionally, major automakers are investing heavily in R&D to develop affordable and high-performing electric vehicle models specifically designed for the Indian market.

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ALABC and CPT to introduce 48V LC Super Hybrid demonstrator at Vienna Motor Symposium

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This particular application of its 12-48V switched reluctance motor-generator technology has since been acquired by Valeo for high volume implementation of the technology. Click to enlarge. LC Super Hybrid features CPT SpeedStart advanced next generation stop-start technology (top right) and Mubea belt tensioner. Click to enlarge.

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VW Chief Executive Says Company Will Introduce EVs Based on the Up! New Small Family in 2013; Cautions Against Electro-Hype

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Within a decade, he added, Volkswagen wants to offer significant numbers of pure electric cars at affordable prices and with the range expected by customers. However, Winterkorn said, VW, and the German auto industry in general, abandoned the early advantage and work in electromobility. New Small Family ( earlier post ) in 2013.

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Nissan Leaf – Taking Reservations

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Americans who have been waiting for an affordable, all-electric car won’t have to wait much longer. While it will be the first affordable all-electric car to hit the market, several other models are expected to roll out within the next two years. By Dana Hull. dhull@mercurynews.com. “I want the Leaf to succeed.

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Expert panel report finds achieving 1M plug-in vehicles in US by 2015 would require concentrated action to overcome barriers

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A new study sponsored by Indiana University concludes that President Obama’s vision of one million plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) on US roads by 2015 will require concentrated efforts action from all stakeholders— the auto industry, federal government, the scientific community, and consumers—to be realized.

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