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UK market sees first decline in alternatively fueled vehicle sales in 27 months in June

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to 223,421 units, according to the latest figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The month saw growth for gasoline and battery-electric registrations, up 3.0% Another month of decline is worrying but the fact that sales of alternatively fueled cars are going into reverse is a grave concern.

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Virginia Governor signs legislation and executive order beginning transition of state vehicles to natural gas, electricity or other alternative fuels

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Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell has signed two pieces of legislation that promote the use of natural gas, electric or other alternative-fueled vehicles in the Commonwealth. He also signed a new executive order setting out the state alternative fuel plan required by House Bill 2282.

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Are Synthetic Fuels Really All They're Cracked Up to Be?

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With emissions regulations encouraging automakers to pivot toward tiny engines and all-electric vehicles, some have likewise expressed a renewed interest in synthetic fuels. But it remained a popular solvent and saw increased use as an additive to gasoline. once again looking to ethanol as an alternative energy source.

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Auto LPG could be a game changer in reducing emissions with appropriate fiscal incentives: IAC Director – ET Auto

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New Delhi: In a significant push towards enhancing the adoption of cleaner and more cost-effective alternative fuels in India, Suyash Gupta, Director General of the Indian Auto LPG Coalition (IAC), has made a strong appeal to the Finance Ministry to incentivize Auto LPG.

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SEAT pushes forward with CNG line-up

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SEAT, a member of the Volkswagen Group, continues to spearhead the introduction of compressed natural gas (CNG) technology, giving customers the widest choice of vehicles that are cleaner, more sustainable and offer even greater efficiency. A CNG vehicle reduces CO 2 emissions by about 25% compared to a gasoline-driven equivalent.

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UPS places 50 advanced hydraulic hybrids in its fleet in time for holiday rush

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The hybrid systems were partially funded by Drive Clean Chicago, a program that aims to accelerate the adoption of alternative fuel vehicles and infrastructure in Chicago. Fuel efficiency gains ranged from 18 to 34 percent during the pilot. In doing so fuel is saved and harmful emissions are cut.

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DOE announces $139M in funding for 55 projects to advance innovative vehicle technologies

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Funded through the US Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), projects will conduct research in advanced batteries, electrification, and manufacturing in support of DOE’s Energy Storage Grand Challenge. AOI 02: Low Cost Electric Traction Drive Systems Using No Heavy Rare Earth Materials.