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Delaware adopting California’s ZEV regulations

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In states already in the program, the automobile industry has successfully met the required percentage. The DNREC Clean Vehicle Rebate Program currently offers rebates up to $2,500 within 90 days of a vehicle purchase or lease before June 30, 2022. Transportation is the leading source of greenhouse gas emissions in Delaware.

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Motor vehicle taxation brings in €440.4B for governments in major European markets

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This just goes to show the sheer scale of the importance of the automobile industry to Europe. It is clearly paramount to the overall health of the EU economy, and government budgets in particular, that we can successfully re-launch our industry in the aftermath of the COVID-19 crisis.

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Balqon to build electric buses in China with SAIG

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California-based Balqon Corporation, a developer of heavy-duty electric vehicles, drive systems and lithium battery storage devices ( earlier post ), has entered into a Joint Development Agreement with China-based Sichuan Automobile Industry Co., Sichuan Automobile Industry Co.

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CATL starts construction of Li-ion factory in Germany; 14 GWh by 2022

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CATL has developed partnerships with a number of European companies in the automobile industry including BMW, Volkswagen, Daimler, Volvo, and Bosch. Germany is home to a strong automotive industry and several of CATL’s key customers.

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Ford’s adoption of Tesla NACS could change the EV charging landscape [Opinion]

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At the same time, Tesla’s NACS technology gains support from a notable leader in North America’s automobile industry. However, analysts often don’t consider that some drivers purchase more than one vehicle from different brands. Ford remains one of the most iconic automobile makers in the world.

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UAW President: Tesla workers are union “members of the future”

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I still believe the automobile industry is a major force for good in our country. Tesla’s Fremont Factory may also be tricky as before it was purchased by the EV maker, it was a facility that faced shutdowns under the UAW’s watch. . “We need to come together to bring an end to this acrimonious round of talks.

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Subaru of America Reports Strong December Sales and Year-End Performance

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percent decrease from the previous year, the results are largely influenced by the semiconductor shortage and broader supply chain disruptions affecting the automobile industry. This initiative involves donating $250 for every new vehicle purchased or leased to various national and local charities. Although this represents a 4.7

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