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

CN EV Post

Price war has been the most talked about topic in China's auto industry this month, and the imminent implementation of a new emissions standard is seen as a major factor. The standard is being implemented in two phases, with the 6a standard already taking effect on July 1, 2020, and the 6b standard coming into effect on July 1, 2023.

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Mercedes-Benz to begin equipping top models with CO2 air conditioning systems starting in 2017; adapting other models for R1234yf

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These completely newly developed systems are based on the DIN specifications defined by the automotive standards committee of the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA). The publicly accessible DIN specification documents also offer other companies an opportunity to quickly launch development activities of their own.

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European, Japanese and American Heavy-Duty Vehicle and Engine Manufacturers Call for Global Policy Cooperation to Improve Energy Efficiency and Emissions of Road Freight Transport

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The discussions focused primarily on the issues of climate change and global energy security, but also covered global air quality-related emissions standards, improved fuel quality and specifications for renewable fuels. We serve a global market place, and want to avoid conflicting regulations from different regions.

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Editorial: Why Are People Worried About Automotive 'Kill Switch' Mandates?

The Truth About Cars

Usually referenced as a “kill switch,” the device is supposed to be required on every new automobile manufactured after 2025. But the pertinent legislation actually focuses on combating impaired motorists by mandating “advanced drunk and impaired driving prevention technology” as standard equipment.

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BRANDED CONTENT: Serving India’s EV ecosystem | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Their success will hinge on their ability to deliver a seamless and standardized service experience across a rapidly diversifying EV landscape. "Our These applications feature multiple checkpoints for thorough document and data validation, ensuring accuracy and reducing errors during Claim Application Form (CAF) creation.

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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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The index is built from the four key policies needed to improve fuel economy: fuel tax, CO 2 -based vehicle tax, fuel economy standards and labeling. Fuel economy standards are in place in most OECD member countries and China, and are helping to make important progress in these countries.

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DOT, EPA Set National Standards for Fuel Economy and First Greenhouse Gas Emission Levels For Light-Duty Vehicles

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Starting with 2012 model year vehicles, the rules together require automakers to improve fleet-wide fuel economy and reduce fleet-wide greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 5% every year: NHTSA has established fuel economy standards that strengthen each year reaching an estimated 34.1 The EPA standard would be equivalent to 35.5