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Honda secures auto industry’s largest renewable energy purchase; 60% reduction in CO2 from N.A. manufacturing operations

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Seeking to slash CO 2 emissions from its North American manufacturing operations, Honda has entered into long-term virtual power purchase agreements (VPPAs) for renewable wind and solar power that will cover more than 60% of the electricity that Honda uses in North America.

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Volvo Cars and Geely Auto to deepen collaboration; new combined powertrain company

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The company, expected to become operational this year, will provide internal combustion engines, transmissions, and next-generation dual-motor hybrid systems for use by both companies as well as other automobile manufacturers. Companies to retain independent corporate structures.

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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., 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. Hubject does not operate any charging stations itself but enables the smooth exchange of data in the background.

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VinFast to offer VF 8 customers access to over 2,000 movies through Sony’s RIDEVU service

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VF 8 customers in the US will gain access to Sony’s library of over 2,000 movies with the opportunity to rent and purchase premium content. A Screen Manager feature gives owners complete control over playback on all connected displays from the EV’s center screen in the dashboard. customers.

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Peugeot Signs EV Partnership LOIs with Veolia and Greenwheels; Peugeot and Greenwheels Join the European EVA Project

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At the Brussels Motor Show, Peugeot signed two Letters of Intent (LOI) agreements with Veolia and Greenwheels concerning the purchase of electric vehicles and the development of mobility services. Autolib, announced in 2008, is a self-service electric car rental scheme similar to Paris’s Vélib bike scheme ( earlier post ).

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The Auto Industry Must Aim 100% Electrification In 2 & 3-wheeler Segments Says Amitabh Kant

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The country’s focus must be on shared, connected, and electrified transportation, Kant stated at the annual meeting of the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA). ” Said, Kant. “It has dropped by more than 100% in the last five to six years.