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IHS Automotive forecasts 88.6M unit global light vehicle market in 2015; 2.4% growth

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In the United States, IHS Automotive analysts continue to believe the upside risks for auto demand are more apparent than the downside risks. With a strong exit to 2014, and gasoline prices currently plunging, consumers may feel even more positive throughout 2015. The IHS Automotive US light vehicle sales forecast for 2015 is 16.9

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

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Electric vehicles typically have a smaller operating carbon footprint than gasoline cars, even when accounting for the electricity used for charging. million tons), Argentina (2 million tons) and China (1 million tons). A plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) contains both an electric powertrain and an internal combustion engine. .

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

Drive Electric

Electric vehicles typically have a smaller carbon footprint than gasoline cars, even when accounting for the electricity used for charging. million tons), Argentina (2 million tons) and China (1 million tons). A plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) contains both an electric powertrain and an internal combustion engine. .