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US, Canada, Japan, Netherlands, and EC launch new hydrogen initiative

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At the 10th Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM10) meeting, a new international hydrogen partnership was announced under the leadership of the United States, Canada, Japan, the Netherlands and the European Commission with participation of several other CEM member countries.

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

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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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Volkswagen has 30k+ reservations for the ID.3 1ST edition; most from Germany, Norway, the Netherlands, Sweden and UK

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Most of the pre-bookers live in Germany, Norway, the Netherlands, Sweden and the United Kingdom. 3 is the first model in an entire family of full-electric vehicles which the brand will be introducing with the intent of making e-mobility attractive and affordable for many people. 3 EV, which will make its world premiere at the event.

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Tesla launches its 2nd-cheapest, longest-range Model Y in select European countries

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The new Model Y variant currently stands as the second most-affordable and longest range variant of the all-electric crossover. The vehicle is not offered in countries like the UK and the Netherlands as of writing. The most affordable Model Y is still the base RWD variant, which starts at 44,990 euros ($48,200).

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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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Four countries covering 27% of the region’s total surface area—the Netherlands, Germany, France and the UK—account for more than 75% of all electric charging points. Another key finding of ACEA’s report is that the existing infrastructure remains highly unevenly distributed throughout the EU. were hybrid electric.

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SoCalGas adding 50 Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell EVs to fleet

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SoCalGas is actively engaged in more than 10 pilot projects related to hydrogen, including a partnership with Netherlands-based HyET Hydrogen on technology that could transform hydrogen distribution and enable the rapid expansion of hydrogen fueling stations for HFCEVs such as the Toyota Mirai.

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Uber setting goal of 100% of rides in EVs in US, Canada and European cities by 2030

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The companies will now explore a strong partnership to provide partner drivers on the Uber App with affordable electric vehicles in European markets, notably in the United Kingdom, France, the Netherlands and Portugal. It follows a successful pilot between Nissan and Uber in the UK.