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Volkswagen LCA highlights carbon benefits of EV vs diesel on Golf: 119 vs 140 g CO2/km; ID. family to reduce footprint

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In contrast, most emissions from the battery-powered electric vehicle are generated in the productions phase. They decrease all the more, the more regenerative energies are available. However, the group does not expect significant amounts of batteries for industrial-scale recycling until the end of the 2020s.

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UK auto industry warns anti-diesel agenda and slow uptake of EVs could mean missing 2021 CO2 targets; rising CO2 average in 2017

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More than a fifth of new car models now available are zero-emission capable, yet they make up just 5% of sales. For pure battery-powered vehicles, take-up is even lower (0.5%). To accelerate fleet renewal, motorists must have the confidence to invest in the cleanest cars for their needs—however they are powered.

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Bosch trialing Neste renewable diesel; aims to offer renewable and synthetic fuels at all company filling stations in Germany

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Synthetic and renewable fuels should be factored into the CO2 fleet regulation for passenger cars and trucks. diesel has yet to be included in the German law on the prevention of airborne pollution, it is not currently available at regular filling stations. Volkmar Denner, CEO of Robert Bosch GmbH. Since C.A.R.E. Earlier post.).

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Okinawa Autotech Announces Extended Warranty Partnership with Assurant Inc.

Electric Vehicles India

Okinawa boasts guidelines such as Go Green, Save Mother Earth, Clean the Environment, and Reduce CO2. The company, along with partner Assurant, extended the warranty to a range of battery-powered vehicles. The manufacturer offers six models of electric scooters for the Indian electrical vehicle market. Assurant Inc.

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One Tonne Life family reduces emissions down to level of 1.5 tonnes CO2 per person per year

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The project sponsors—including Volvo Cars, Vattenfall, A-hus, ICA and Siemens—said that the family’s 80% drop shows that the government’s climate target of a 40% reduction in Swedish carbon dioxide emissions by 2020 is already within the reach of the average household using the best available know-how and technology.

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1-year customer field trials of FUSO electric Canter in Portugal show 64% lower costs, 37% reduction in CO2 given local power mix

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In addition to delivering a 64% savings in operating costs compared to conventional diesel trucks, the Canter E-Cells also reduced CO 2 emissions by 37% compared to diesel, taking into account the current power production mix in Portugal. The hefty torque is available instantly and at a traffic light leaves many a mid-range car behind.

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Gujarat government announced electric vehicle policy 2021

Electric Vehicles India

Currently, 278 charging stations are available in the State for the charging of e-vehicles. Minimum 6 lakh ton CO2 emission will be reduced. Under the new Gujarat EV policy, the state government aims to strengthen the demand for battery-powered vehicles by providing buyers with incentives.