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ACEA study finds cost still strong deterrent for EV uptake across Europe; calls for “realistic” targets recognizing affordability

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A new study by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) finds that the affordability of electric cars remains a strong deterrent for customers across the EU, along with lack of infrastructure and lack of investment in infrastructure. of total car sales in the EU; the market share of ECVs grew by 0.9

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IEA technology and policy reports outline paths to halving fuel used for combustion-engined road transport in less than 40 years

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Although many fuel-saving technologies are already commercially available and cost-effective, particularly when considered over the lifetime of vehicles, their market penetration is often low because of a range of barriers explained in the roadmap. Europe, South Asia, South America, etc.).

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Mercedes-Benz presents autonomous Future Truck 2025 research vehicle; “Highway Pilot”

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The radar sensor is the basis for the Proximity Control Assist and Emergency Braking Assist already available today. Transmission is via WLAN technology, using the standard, Europe-wide G5 frequency of 5.9 The short-range sensor has a range of 70 m and scans a 130-degree segment.

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