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ACEA study finds cost still strong deterrent for EV uptake across Europe; calls for “realistic” targets recognizing affordability

Green Car Congress

A new study by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) finds that the affordability of electric cars remains a strong deterrent for customers across the EU, along with lack of infrastructure and lack of investment in infrastructure. —Erik Jonnaert, ACEA Secretary General. There is no doubt that this is the future.

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T&E study: EVs can be cheaper for Uber drivers to run than latest diesels in many European capitals

Green Car Congress

The economics of EVs—more expensive to buy but a lot cheaper to run—match perfectly with high-mileage, low-margin businesses like ride-hailing and taxis. These models will be even more affordable thanks to the recent recovery measures announced by the German and French governments, which include new EV purchase incentives.

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Europe Mandates Automatic Emergency Braking

Cars That Think

A case in point is intelligent speed assistance, which Ford has offered in Europe on the S-Max since 2015 and on the more affordable Focus since 2017 , well before the EU had even decided to make it mandatory. “In Some people, however, kind of like being nannied. Mandates aren’t the only way. America has done very little ,” says Curtis.

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Shell pledges half a million charge points in it’s network by 2025

Green Charging

Shell buys Ubitricity. This way, drivers enjoy a convenient, accessible and affordable charging system. Whether on-the-go or at home, Shell wants to give its customers affordable and accessible electric car charging options. Shell’s efficient and fantastic recharging. Charging on the go.

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Why EVs Aren't a Climate Change Panacea

Cars That Think

Granted, there are several cities where living without a vehicle is doable, like Utrecht in the Netherlands where in 2019 48 percent of resident trips were done by cycling or London, where nearly two-thirds of all trips taken that same year were are made by walking, cycling or public transportation. For instance, recent U.S.

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Why there’s literally never been a better time to buy an electric bike

Baua Electric

Having followed the electric bicycle industry for 15 years and running, I can pretty much guarantee you that there has never been a better time than right now to buy an e-bike. More incentives are stacking up Another great reason to buy an e-bike now is that there’s never been more local and state-level incentives.

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Why there’s literally never been a better time to buy an electric bike

Baua Electric

Having followed the electric bicycle industry for 15 years and running, I can pretty much guarantee you that there has never been a better time than right now to buy an e-bike. More incentives are stacking up Another great reason to buy an e-bike now is that there’s never been more local and state-level incentives.

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