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BMW Group makes sustainability and efficient resource management central to its strategic direction

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The BMW Group is making sustainability and resource efficiency central to the company’s strategic direction. I firmly believe the fight against climate change and how we use resources will decide the future of our society—and of the BMW Group. As a premium car company, it is our ambition to lead the way in sustainability.

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Auto Alliance pushing for passage of Maryland SB 1234 that would require state purchase of ZEVs; 50% of LDVs by 2026

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The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers (Auto Alliance) is strongly supporting the passage of Maryland’s SB 1234 , a bill that would require the State of Maryland to purchase zero emission vehicles (ZEVs) for state fleets. The bill also includes a reporting requirement for State agencies that purchase vehicles.

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New bipartisan bill in US Congress to expand EV and hydrogen fuel cell tax credits

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Under current law, consumers may receive a tax credit of up to $7,500 if they purchase an eligible electric vehicle. The Driving America Forward Act raises the cap and allows purchasers of an additional 400,000 vehicles per manufacturer to be eligible for the tax credit. ITC Holdings Corp.,

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Blink and Hubject form partnership increasing access to EV charging networks in the US

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By reaching buyers at the time of their EV purchase, Blink can support a seamless and enhanced experience for drivers across the US, making EV ownership more convenient than ever before. Blink Charging Co., Hubject does not operate any charging stations itself but enables the smooth exchange of data in the background.

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China to allow extended sales periods for ICE models based on existing emissions standard, report says

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In early March, authorities in Hubei province joined forces with many local car companies to offer subsidies to consumers for car purchases, with some models being subsidized by as much as 90,000 yuan ($13,060). Subsequently, several brands, including Volkswagen and BMW , announced similar large discounts.

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125cc segment to be larger than entry-level bikes in 3 years, says Bajaj Auto’s Rakesh Sharma | Autocar Professional

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As per the data from the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers , the share of motorcycles with engine capacity of up to 110cc declined to around 51 percent in 2022-2023 from 55 percent in 2021-2022. Currently, over half of the motorcycle sales in India come from the entry-level segment.

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JATO: global vehicle sales fall by 39% in March; electrified vehicles up to 17.4% new registration market share in Europe

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And unlike previous recessions, we’re not just dealing with people’s fears or purchase delays. The positive results came as a result of more electrified vehicles from Mercedes (+44%), Volkswagen (+240%), BMW (+15%), Hyundai (+25%), Volvo (+79%), and Suzuki, among others. —Felipe Munoz, JATO’s global analyst. million units.

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