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German OEMs to upgrade emissions control on 5.3M Euro 5 and 6 diesels, contribute to €500M Sustainable Mobility fund

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million currently approved Euro 5 and 6 diesels in the country, according to the outcome of the “National Diesel Forum” held in Berlin today between the automotive industry and the German Federal and state governments. At Wednesday’s National Diesel Forum.

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New report released by UK House of Commons calls for advancing date for end of sale of conventional cars to before 2040

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The UK House of Commons has released a new report on air pollution that calls for urgent action by national leadership to bring about a step change in how the problem of air quality is tackled. Air pollution cuts short an estimated 40,000 lives across the UK each year, costing an annual £20 billion (US$28 billion).

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Exploring the adoption of EVs in the US, Europe and China; charging scenarios and infrastructure

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Bradley & Associates, commissioned by the Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP) and the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), examines key drivers of EV adoption in the US, Europe and China, with an emphasis on vehicle charging scenarios and infrastructure. Enthusiasm in some areas has been tempered by slow EV uptake.

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Feature: Top 6 Reasons Why an EV Is the Right Choice

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Europe and China. An electric car consumes less energy compared to a gas- or diesel-fueled vehicle. Hence, your vehicle does not produce greenhouse gases or pollutants that destroy the atmosphere when you’re driving. The result is you get to play your role in protecting the environment by avoiding pollution when you travel.

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Why are some EV chargers more expensive than others?

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Recently, the automobile industry has developed quickly. As a result, there has been an increase in air pollution. The automobile industry is investing in protecting the environment. They utilise clean energy and help to reduce noise pollution. Get a free EV charger quote now >.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

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Blue Concept PHEV Van with diesel or hydrogen fuel cells and rooftop photovoltaic. This is different from anything Ive ever seen in my 40 years in the automobile industry." ( Detroit Free Press ). The resulting fuel efficiency improvements mean lower CO2 emissions and less fossil fuel consumption and, therefore, less pollution.

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GM Says Chevrolet Volt Won't 'Pay the Rent' | Autopia from Wired.com

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

It will appear in Europe next year as the Opel Ampera and in Australia as the Holden Volt in 2012. The mines in Canada where the nickel & cadmium are mined is one of the most polluted places on Earth. needs to have an indigenous automobile industry, and not merely "transplants". The car is expected to cost around $40,000.

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