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Rheinmetall wins another new order for engine blocks; “last man standing” strategy in ICE sector pays off

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The order also underscores the Group’s expertise as a competent partner of the global auto industry— and not just for modern electric vehicles but also for hybrid models, which, especially for short distance trips, reduce fuel consumption and therefore CO 2 emissions, reducing pressure on the environment and climate.

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MIT Task Force on the Work of the Future suggests widespread autonomous driving at least a decade away

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As the Task Force continues its research, the briefs will respond to the rapidly changing environment brought on by COVID-19 and its societal and economic impacts, and will inform the Task Force’s final report in November 2020. Automated driving technologies have promised to disrupt urban mobility for a long time.

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Automakers say they won’t try to push back EU’s 2035 ICE ban

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President of the ACEA and CEO of Renault, Luca de Meo told the press this week at the Geneva Motor Show that the auto industry wants no part in arguing “against the regulation,” reports Automotive New Europe. “We It’s bad for the environment,” he said. We are not contesting 2035,” said de Meo. Now we must get down to it.”

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Tata Motors urges govt to keep hybrid tax, Toyota lobbies for cut

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Hybrid cars see higher tax incidence in India compared to their pure petrol counterparts, despite emitting lower pollutants into the environment. This has been a point of debate in the auto industry, as many appealed to the government to lower the tax rate for hybrid cars considering they are less polluting than the pure petrol models.

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UK study finds low carbon policy has bolstered UK automotive sector, but trucks neglected and biofuels stalled

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The study also examined policy on low carbon fuels, where changes in direction and the complexity of fuel and infrastructure investments in general have provided a less stable investment climate for the companies concerned. This is felt particularly strongly in biofuels where investments have stalled to a large extent.

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Driving Towards a Sustainable Future: The Rise of Electric Autos in India

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As the second-most populous country in the world and one of the largest consumers of fossil fuels, India is making significant strides in adopting electric vehicles (EVs) as a solution to combat climate change and reduce air pollution. Moreover, the adoption of electric autos can reduce India’s dependence on imported fossil fuels.

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Waxman/Markey Bill Accelerates Infrastructure and Build-out for Plug-Ins, Calls for Harmonization of Motor Vehicle GHG Standards; 3% of Emissions Allowances for Cap-and-Trade Go to Auto Industry

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The major climate and energy bill introduced last week by House Select Committee on Energy Independence and Global Warming Chairman Henry Waxman and Subcommittee Chairman Edward Markey— H.R. To investigate differences in each region and regulatory environment regarding best practices in implementing vehicle electrification.

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