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Tesla is fighting the auto industry over fuel economy standards

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Tesla is fighting the rest of the auto industry in the US over respecting the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) requirements set back in 2016. more… The post Tesla is fighting the auto industry over fuel economy standards appeared first on Electrek.

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Toyota showcases compact engines adaptable to different fuels – ET Auto

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The three said their efforts will help decarbonise internal combustion engines by making them compatible with alternative fuel sources such as e-fuels and biofuels. Plug-in hybrid, fuel-cell and all-battery electric vehicles together accounted for just 2.9%. Toyota owns about a fifth of Subaru and roughly 5% of Mazda.

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CV industry gears up for a challenging tech transition; some bet on only two options for industry and govt investment – ET Auto

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Even as CV industry players, including Ashok Leyland launch CNG and LNG trucks, these fuel need not be pushed as that may amount to “just distracting ourselves”. The Union Government’s directive to the industry is also clear – move away from fossil fuels including diesel.

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US auto regulator opens probe into over 200,000 Ford vehicles on fuel leak risks – ET Auto

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auto safety regulator said on Friday it was opening a preliminary evaluation into 210,960 Ford vehicles following complaints alleging diesel fuel leaks that may result in a fire. The agency’s preliminary evaluation is the first step to determine whether the vehicles pose an unreasonable risk to safety.

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Volkswagen quits Australian auto industry lobby over emissions standards – Charged EVs

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Volkswagen Australia has broken with this trend—the business unit has distanced itself from the policies of Australia’s auto industry trade group, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries , which is waging a campaign against new emissions standards. The FCAI naturally wants the government to water down its policy.

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Toyota North America joins Auto/Steel Partnership

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Toyota Motor North America has joined the Auto/Steel Partnership (A/SP). Formed in 1987, A/SP leverages the resources of the automotive and steel industries to pursue research, validation and education that have helped automakers enhance vehicle safety and fuel economy while improving design and manufacturing. Repairability.

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Indian Army ties with Indian Oil Corporation to receive hydrogen fuel cell bus – ET Auto

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A hydrogen fuel cell bus was received by the Indian Army during the event. New Delhi: The Indian army is going to demonstrate trials of hydrogen fuel cell bus technology along with Indian Oil Corporation Limited ( IOCL ) for displaying a firm resolve towards finding green and sustainable transport solutions.