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BYD EV sales grew nearly 50% in January as exports reached a new high

Baua Electric

It’s about transitioning the auto industry for a sustainable future. BYD is working with most of the top automakers, including Tesla, Volkswagen, Hyundai, Ford, BMW, and others, as it works to increase the share of EVs on the road, or in Li’s words, the electric vehicle “cake.” 1, headed for Europe.

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KPMG survey finds global auto execs ranking fuel efficiency the top consumer priority

Green Car Congress

The 2011 KPMG survey also finds the auto industry heavily investing in future technology, new products and safety improvements. With regard to investment in global growth markets, respondents predict increased investment in China (58%), India (50%), Brazil (41%) and Russia (33%). Investments. US automaker gains in market share.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

Green Car Congress

In the past the auto industry has responded to incentives and guidelines set by government agencies and reengineered their product to meet this requirement. It is also required in Thailand, Brazil and many other countries around the world. The BMW-i3 and the Renault Kangoo are examples.

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