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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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With respect to the emissions updates, the OEMs must also provide proof that the changes do not negatively impact any other parameters relevant for type approval—such as pollutant and CO 2 emissions, fuel consumption, noise and engine power. Excessively high pollution affects air quality in many German cities.

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DLR and Wuppertal publish comprehensive global analysis of e-mobility technologies, outlook and lifecycle assessments

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million euro grant from the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung; BMBF) as part of the STROM support program (key technologies for electromobility). Hence, the researchers anticipate a rise in costs and greater levels of pollution in mining operations designed to extract the metal.

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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. It supports organisations through grants and finances via OZEV or EVHS funding. Get a free EV charger quote now >.

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

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Newly installed CEO Fritz Henderson argues that pioneering projects like the Volt typically lose money until the technology catches on. Why grant them the privledge to spend our money in the first place? The mines in Canada where the nickel & cadmium are mined is one of the most polluted places on Earth. Never again.

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