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Provisional agreement reached on European CO2 standards for heavy-duty trucks; 30% lower by 2030

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With the first-ever EU emission standards for trucks agreed, we are completing the legal framework to reach the European target of cutting greenhouse gas emissions by at least 40% by 2030. The European Parliament and Council have reached an ambitious and balanced agreement.

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Automakers whine about €15B fine they knew they’d risk for pushing gas cars

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If an automaker fails to meet this legal target, which was established in 2017 , it may have to pay a fine of €95 per gram of CO2 per car. These companies risk a fine of a few hundred euros per car if their fleet emissions remain at 2023 levels. By 2025, automakers are supposed sell vehicles with average emissions of 93.6g/km

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Industry study finds lead-acid to remain most wide-spread automotive energy storage for foreseeable future; new chemistries continue to grow

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In order to optimise fuel efficiency improvements in each vehicle type, automobile manufacturers need the flexibility to choose the most appropriate batteries from a technical and economic perspective. The maximal charge voltage (of the legal limit of 60V) is still being defined by OEMs. Nickel-metal hydride batteries.

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Volkswagen of America temporarily withdraws application for US certification of MY 2016 vehicles; AECDs

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The company is working with the agencies to continue the certification process, he adds. He says he was also informed that the company engineers would work with the agencies to resolve the issue. As the EPA has said, these vehicles do not present a safety hazard and remain safe and legal to drive.

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Waxman/Markey Bill Accelerates Infrastructure and Build-out for Plug-Ins, Calls for Harmonization of Motor Vehicle GHG Standards; 3% of Emissions Allowances for Cap-and-Trade Go to Auto Industry

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To investigate differences in each region and regulatory environment regarding best practices in implementing vehicle electrification. These applications may be jointly sponsored by electric utilities, automobile manufacturers, technology providers, car sharing companies or organizations, or 2 other persons or entities.

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House Chairmen Waxman, Markey Release Draft of Energy and Climate Legislation; Among the Many Provisions Are Cap-and-Trade, Harmonization of CAFE and California Vehicle Regulations, and Low Carbon Fuel Standard

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Markey of the Energy and Environment Subcommittee on Tuesday released a draft of far-reaching energy and climate legislation that targets job creation, promotes renewables and energy efficiency, and places limits on emissions of greenhouse gases. Chairman Henry A. Waxman of the Energy and Commerce Committee and Chairman Edward J.

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

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The Highway Pilot is comparable to an autopilot system in an airplane—probably the most advanced form of autonomous mobility in existence today, the company noted. The sensor and camera technology is active throughout the speed range from standstill to the legally permitted maximum truck speed of 80 km/h.

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