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

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in 2014 as a result of industrial overcapacity and weakness in the real estate sector. million units, aided with increased auto finance penetration, fast dealership expansion and government vehicle scrappage programs. Uncertainty lingers over Argentina, Brazil, Chile and Venezuela for 2015. from last year. million units.

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

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As a result, the struggle for oil resources remains a noticeable factor in many areas of political instability, tension and conflict in the world, notably Iraq, Syria, Nigeria, South Sudan, Libya, Venezuela and the South China Sea. The Congolese government has also promised to pilot regulated areas for artisanal miners. THE BOTTOM LINE.

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

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As a result, the struggle for oil resources remains a noticeable factor in many areas of political instability, tension and conflict in the world, notably Iraq, Syria, Nigeria, South Sudan, Libya, Venezuela and the South China Sea. The Congolese government has also promised to pilot regulated areas for artisanal miners. THE BOTTOM LINE.