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ISU study finds large potential for biobased materials in auto industry, but with challenges

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However, they noted, there are also many challenges associated with the use of biobased parts in the auto industry. Availability of biobased materials. Biobased materials availability may improve over time due to the increased demand and research, however, current resources may be have predicted limits.

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EC rolls out CARS 2020 action plan for European auto industry

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Under this pillar the Commission proposes to: develop a proposal on the European Green Vehicles Initiative enabling clear identification and information on the research and innovation funding available to the transport industry, setting a clear thematic priority of energy-efficiency and alternative powertrains.

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Auto Industry Backs Additional Funding for Research into Impacts of Mid-Level Ethanol Blends

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The auto industry in principle is not opposed to the introduction of such mid-level blends (i.e., The industry also has suggested that rather than make incremental changes to the amount of ethanol blended with gasoline to increase ethanol consumption, a better investment would be to expand the E85 infrastructure. Earlier post.)

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Auto industry survey finds need for materials innovation to meet 2025 CAFE; greatest change seen in powertrain systems

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The auto industry’s current materials portfolio will need to be augmented to meet new 2025 fuel economy standards, according to a WardsAuto and DuPont Automotive survey conducted in late July.

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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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Alongside advances in gasoline and diesel vehicle technology, the industry is investing heavily in alternative technologies. More than a fifth of new car models now available are zero-emission capable, yet they make up just 5% of sales. of the UK’s 2.5 For pure battery-powered vehicles, take-up is even lower (0.5%).

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Center for Automotive Research calls long-run economic risk to auto industry of mandating permanent fuel economy standards very serious; recommends periodic reviews

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Based on the results of the study, CAR believes the economic risk to the auto industry connected to mandating permanent fuel economy standards in the long run is “ very serious ” The group recommends periodic review to assess the rate of technology development and cost reduction of advanced technologies leading up to 2025.

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Toyota showcases experimental hydrogen-powered GR Yaris

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The hydrogen fuel, fuel tanks and refueling process of the experimental vehicle are the same as found in the Mirai, Toyota’s commercially available flagship fuel cell electric vehicle. Japan’s auto industry must succeed in building passenger vehicles. 2022 GR Yaris Hydrogen.

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