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JANUARY 21, 2021

A new study by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has found that there are currently 6.2 To make zero-emission trucks the preferred choice of transport operators, urgent action is needed on European and member state levels, ACEA said. The average age of light commercial vehicles in the EU is 11.6

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The results of the testing reinforce our view that synthetic fuel can be a drop-in solution in existing vehicles, and when produced via a low-carbon pathway it can play an important role in reducing carbon emissions in the transport sector and supporting an orderly energy transition.

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AUGUST 3, 2022

SwRI is leading several multidisciplinary efforts evaluating hydrogen as a potential fuel for automobiles, power generation and even as a replacement for natural gas in homes. Because hydrogen is highly flammable, transporting these tanks is inherently dangerous. The hydrogen will be chemically and physically absorbed and desorbed.

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APRIL 25, 2012

plans to expand its collaboration with Chinese truck maker Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Co. Light-duty truck export opportunities from JAC in China to Navistar dealers in Brazil. The transportation of students in China has received significant attention in recent months. Navistar, Inc.

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JUNE 26, 2017

Institute of Transport Economics (TØI) has calculated the energy transition time lag for motor vehicles under a number of scenarios. For light duty freight vehicles (LDVs), the corresponding milestones would be reached in 2026 and 2040, respectively, according to the same optimistic policy scenario. —Fridstrøm (2017).

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JANUARY 25, 2017

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), IVECO (a brand of CNH Industrial) and ENGIE (Global Energy Player) are broadly collaborating to promote natural gas vehicles and infrastructure in Europe. ENGIE considers transportation a major development focus. Together, FCA and IVECO intend to further develop their ranges of natural gas vehicles.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2014

NHTSA announced its intention to pursue a mandate of this technology in light vehicles in an effort to improve highway safety, prevent crashes, and help alleviate congestion, among other potential benefits. Focus will be placed on the communication’s format, visual or audible, and the order and timing of such messages.

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MARCH 15, 2013

TEF project points to deep cuts in petroleum and emissions in the transportation sector by focusing on modes, fuels, and demand. TEF is organized into four research areas: light-duty vehicles; non-light-duty vehicles; fuels; and transportation demand. Source: DOE. Click to enlarge. Source: DOE. Click to enlarge.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2022

All four men felt that LEVs could eventually be one of the most important forms of personal transportation, and had already been supporting that cause. Gerhardt had joined with Ed Benjamin of the Light Electric Vehicle Association (LEVA) to offer training programs—and certification— to aspiring ebike mechanics.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Transportation. When electricity-related emissions are distributed to economic end-use sectors, transportation activities accounted for 36.5% From 1990 to 2017, transportation emissions from fossil fuel combustion rose by 19% due, in large part, to increased demand for travel. Overall, net emissions in 2017 were 12.7%

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APRIL 14, 2020

Transportation sector. Transportation activities are the largest source of emissions, accounting for 28% of total US greenhouse gas emissions in 2018, and have increased by 2% since 2017. From 1990 to 2018, transportation emissions from fossil fuel combustion rose by 21% due in large part to increased demand for travel.

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FEBRUARY 16, 2023

If adopted, the ACC II regulation would require automobile manufacturers to increase their zero-emission sales of light-duty vehicles to 100% by 2035. Much work, way beyond an announcement, is needed to achieve a full transition to electrified transportation. It helps solidify the state as a national climate leader.

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2014

The final Regulations Amending the Passenger Automobile and Light Truck Greenhouse Gas Emission Regulations for model year 2017 and beyond will be published in the Canada Gazette, Part II, on 8 October. These vehicles and fuels regulatory initiatives are aligned with those of the United States. GHG regulations.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2020

The Hydro-Québec Center of Excellence in Transportation Electrification and Energy Storage is a leading research and development institute for advanced battery materials, focusing on solid-state battery technologies. —Jochen Hermann, Vice President Development eDrive, Mercedes-Benz AG.

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DECEMBER 1, 2009

Canada-based environmental NGO Pollution Probe has released a comprehensive Primer on Automobile Fuel Efficiency and Emissions , produced in partnership with the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA).

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MARCH 25, 2021

Geely expects to deliver the first Zeekr vehicles in Q3, with production being undertaken by parent company Geely Holding under a light asset strategy. Zeekr will be jointly owned by Geely Automobile Holdings and Zhejiang Geely Holding Group (ZGH) under a 51% and 49% share structure. Governance structure.

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AUGUST 6, 2021

NHTSA’s proposal comes as the automobile industry is retooling future models in response to market demand for cleaner, more fuel-efficient vehicles. NHTSA will also begin work, under a new Presidential Executive Order, to develop fuel economy standards for passenger cars and light duty trucks for model years 2027-2030.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Transport and Infrastructure Committee. RE: Drive Electric Submission Land Transport (Clean Car) Amendment Bill. Drive Electric supports the Land Transport (Clean Vehicles) Amendment Bill (‘the Bill’) and encourages New Zealand to be ambitious. Support for the Land Transport (Clean Vehicles) Amendment Bill . Wellington.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

Fulton, UC Davis, examines how major changes in urban transport investments worldwide would affect urban passenger transport emissions as well as mobility by different income groups. gigatons of carbon dioxide annually—a 40% reduction of urban passenger transport emissions—by 2050. Further, an estimated 1.4

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DECEMBER 10, 2012

Of the projected US$18-billion market in 2020, 58% of the sales will be from the transportation sector, historically one of the most of important industries for lead-acid batteries. Transportation: stop-start vehicles (SSVs). over the next 8 years. billion in 2020, according to Pike.

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DECEMBER 21, 2010

Including road transport fuels in a cap-and-trade scheme, complemented by appropriate regulatory policies such as. Current regulation of GHG emissions in the transport sector relies heavily on fuel-efficiency and low-carbon fuel standards—non-market standards with only limited coverage, the report notes. Source: CITIES.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2021

At the first Hydrogen General Assembly, Germany’s Federal Transport Minister Andreas Scheuer announced €24.4 The question is not whether, but rather when battery-electric and hydrogen drives will become competitive in road freight transport. We want to work towards zero emissions road logistics with alternative drives. million).

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OCTOBER 8, 2015

Toyota’s aim is to add an all-new sense of purpose to the automobile by turning fuel cell vehicles from eco-cars into energy-cars. When the car is not being used as a means of transport, it shares its power generation capabilities with communities as part of the local infrastructure. directly from hydrogen stored outside the vehicle.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

Ariel makes some of the most exotic and quixotic automobiles in the world. “Simplify, then add lightness,” was his motto. They are the spiritual heirs to the philosophy that made Colin Chapman’s Lotus vehicles so special.

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JANUARY 15, 2024

Currently steering both the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) and Volvo Eicher Commercial Vehicles (VECV), Aggarwal made the statement following Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari’s recent comments at the Vibrant Gujarat summit. Similarly, in the heavy-duty trucks category, VECV secured a 9.1

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FEBRUARY 19, 2019

The deal follows an agreement reached in December on new CO 2 emission standards for cars and light vans in the EU for the period after 2020. The new targets and incentives will help tackle emissions, as well as bring fuel savings to transport operators and cleaner air for all Europeans.

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OCTOBER 17, 2018

a joint venture to manufacture and sell light commercial vehicles (LCV), signed a Strategic Cooperation agreement with Chinese officials from Liaoning Province to further accelerate growth of LCVs in China. Renault also confirmed plans for three new electric light commercial vehicles for China within two years.

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2010

The proposed targets, required under SB 375 (2008, Steinberg), are designed to help coordinate land use and transportation planning. Improved planning will offer a wider variety of transportation choices, including public transit and more walkable streets and cities. increasing the number of people who take public transit.

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MARCH 9, 2010

CO 2 emissions from the US transport sector, 1990-2008. This report attributes the downward trend primarily to the decrease in demand for transportation fuels associated with the record high costs of these fuels that occurred in 2008. CO 2 emissions from the transportation sector dropped 5.7% Transportation. Tg CO 2 Eq).

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DECEMBER 9, 2009

Under the proposed standards, the average GHG emission performance of the 2016 Canadian fleet of new cars and light trucks would match the average level of 155 g CO 2 /km (250 gCO 2 /mile) that has been projected for the US. Transportation accounts for about one quarter (27%) of Canada’s total GHG emissions. Earlier post.)

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

New light-duty vehicle standards along these lines should achieve at least a fleetwide 60% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions in model year 2030, compared to model year 2021. Standards should also encompass class 2b and 3 vehicles, consistent with President Biden’s Executive Order.

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JULY 11, 2012

The European Commission today proposed targets for the further reduction of carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) emissions from new cars and light commercial vehicles (vans) by 2020. Proposal for a Regulation to define the modalities for reaching the 2020 target for reducing CO 2 emissions from new light commercial vehicles (provisional version).

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FEBRUARY 9, 2011

million to help 17 New York State companies develop and commercialize innovative new transportation technologies intended to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, decrease reliance on fossil fuels, and create jobs. Hauppauge) uses software and sensor devices to create more efficient traffic flow by controlling traffic lights.

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OCTOBER 17, 2017

The target of this programis to reduce fuel consumption up to 15-20%, decrease carbon emissions up to 20% and enhance transport efficiency up to 50%. FOTON AUMAN EST and EST-A heavy duty trucks equipped with the ISG super powertrain can reduce fuel consumption and carbon emission and enhance transport efficiency.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2012

The US Department of Transportation (DOT) has proposed guidelines to encourage automobile manufacturers to limit the distraction risk for in-vehicle electronic devices. Risk odds ratios above 1.00 indicate increasing driving risks while risk odds. ratios below 1.00 indicate protective effects. Source: NHTSA. Click to enlarge.

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FEBRUARY 16, 2011

The European Parliament has voted to introduce CO 2 limits in the EU for new vans and other light commercial goods vehicles. The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) issued a statement saying that the new CO 2 legislation for light commercial vehicles sets extremely challenging targets in particular for the long term.

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APRIL 9, 2019

Average CO 2 emissions of new light commercial vehicles (vans) dropped by 7.5 While all van manufacturers respected their specific emission targets in 2017, three car manufacturers (Automobili Lamborghini, Mazda Motor Corporation and Société des Automobiles Alpine), representing together 1.4% g CO 2 /km from 2016. g CO 2 /km.

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