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Australia introduces its first exhaust rule but makes all the mistakes the US did

Baua Electric

Automakers often bring their dirtiest cars to Australia, and don’t offer better and cleaner electric models in the country. The other threat is possible future Chinese dominance in the auto industry. Photo by Marcus Reubenstein on Unsplash FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. 100km, compared to 4.2L

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Mazda unveiling KAI Concept with SKYACTIV-X SPCCI engine; more details on the technology

Green Car Congress

The SKYACTIV-X combines the benefits of a spark-ignition gasoline engine—expansiveness at high rpms and cleaner exhaust emissions— with those of a compression-ignition diesel engine—superior initial response and fuel economy. Unfortunately, switching between these two modes is extremely difficult.

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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

The alternative-fuel car evolved to reduce exhaust emissions and other problems derived from burning fossil fuels. In the past the auto industry has responded to incentives and guidelines set by government agencies and reengineered their product to meet this requirement. by Professor Andrew Alfonso Frank.

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

Drive Electric

Because EVs run on electricity, the vehicle emits no exhaust from a tailpipe and does not contain the typical liquid fuel components in ICEVs. While the manufacturing of ICEVs has seemingly stalled in reducing carbon emissions, EVs have a cleaner and ever-improving future ahead. Vehicle body and other car parts. THE BOTTOM LINE.

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

Drive Electric

Because EVs run on electricity, the vehicle emits no exhaust from a tailpipe and does not contain the typical liquid fuel components in ICEVs. While the manufacturing of ICEVs has seemingly stalled in reducing carbon emissions, EVs have a cleaner and ever-improving future ahead. Vehicle body and other car parts. THE BOTTOM LINE.