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Volkswagen AG timeline on diesel emissions scandal

Green Car Congress

Emission deviations between test bench and road operation exist at all automobile manufacturers and are not automatically attributable to violations of regulations. For global automobile manufacturers, service measures and recall campaigns are nothing out of the ordinary.

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

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He says that he was also informed that EPA regulations included various penalties for non-compliance with the emissions standards and that the agencies can conduct engineering tests which could include “defeat device” testing or analysis. Thorough investigations have already begun, but any information developed at this stage is preliminary.

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Indian car and 2W OEMs recall 284,906 vehicles in 2023, 5.35 million since 2012 | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

CY2023 also saw a total of 284,906 vehicles comprising PVs and two-wheelers being voluntarily recalled by their manufacturers (OEMs) to inspect for a likely defect, and carry out remedial work which may mean replacement of the affected component or update technology, free of cost, to the consumer.

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Zero-Carbon Drive to Sacto Anti-Carbon Rally and Back

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Rainforest Action Network (RAN) held a rally in Sacramento Thursday outside the lobbying offices of the Association of Automobile Manufacturers to protest their continuing lawsuit against California's greenhouse gas legislation. And I was there representing Plug In America.

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

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The front stereo camera also registers the information on traffic signs. The sensor and camera technology is active throughout the speed range from standstill to the legally permitted maximum truck speed of 80 km/h. In addition the digital map and the information from multisensor fusion are used to determine the truck’s own position.

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Car and two-wheeler OEMs recall 5.67 million vehicles in India | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

317,531 vehicles recalled between January-April 2024 Between January and end-April 2024, a total of 317,531 vehicles have been voluntarily recalled by their manufacturers – 300,725 two-wheelers and 16,806 cars and SUVs. million units and reflects the Japanese auto major’s strong focus on vehicle safety.

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BMW unveils the production i3 in New York, London and Beijing; efficiency, dynamics and a supporting ecosystem of services

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The high-voltage system is designed to cope with accidents beyond the legal requirements, with the high-voltage battery including features that ensure its safe reaction even in situations such as this. Drivers can use the BMW i Remote app to share information with their car at any time using their smartphone.

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