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London study suggests PHEV vans a practical, accessible solution for cleaner air in European cities

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liter EcoBoost petrol engine as a range extender for total range exceeding 500 kilometers (310 miles). Designed to deliver pure-electric propulsion, the new van will contribute to cleaner, quieter towns and cities, and reduced running costs for business and operators.

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Aftermarket arm of Lumax Auto Tech partners with Bluechem Group for car care products – ET Auto

Baua Electric

New Delhi: Lumax Auto Technologies Limited (LATL), a leading Tier-1 diversified automotive systems and components manufacturer, through its aftermarket division has entered into a strategic partnership with Bluechem Group of Germany, one of the world leaders in innovative automotive car care solutions.

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CNG becomes cheaper in Mumbai. How much it costs in other metro cities?

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By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 06 Mar 2024, 10:24 AM CNG offers significant savings compared to petrol and diesel, propelling growth in CNG-fuelled passenger vehicles in India. CNG offers significant savings compared to petrol and diesel. Petrol in Mumbai currently costs ₹ 106.3 per kg to ₹ 73.50 per litre and ₹ 89.62

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Servotech bags INR 120-cr order for 1800 DC fast EV chargers from BPCL – ET Auto

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The project, comprising two charger variants, 60 kW and 120 kW , involves Servotech manufacturing, supplying, installing and strategically deploying these 1800 EV chargers across the country, particularly at BPCL petrol pumps in major cities, as part of its E-drive Project.

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Why India is in love with hybrid cars?

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Over the last few years, several automakers present in the Indian market have been shifting their focus on bringing in new cleaner and greener powertrain technologies. Petrol and diesel prices in India have shot up by around 41 per cent since 2019. appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News.

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Hybrid used more for “tax breaks” rather than for zero emissions’: PB Balaji of Tata Motors | Autocar Professional

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He further cited a recent report suggesting the realization that most people who drive hybrid vehicles, do it mostly on petrol, negating potential environmental gains. Balaji further argued that, from a policy standpoint, hybrids are a temporary solution and shouldn’t be a central focus for government incentives.

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Hybrids vs EVs: where should government put its money

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While both EVs and hybrids are doing well in the Indian automobile market, there is a debate among automakers about which technology is cleaner. The company claims that the tax gap between petrol vehicles (48 per cent) and hybrid vehicles (43 per cent) is insufficient given the latter’s environmental benefits.

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