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Green NCAP LCA study shows detrimental climate and energy impact of increasing vehicle weight, including EVs

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The results of the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of greenhouse gas emissions and primary energy demand of the cars tested by Green NCAP in 2022 show that the current and continuous trend towards larger and heavier cars, significantly increases the negative impact on climate and energy demand.

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CMU method makes more data available for training self-driving cars

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A self-driving car must accurately track the movement of pedestrians, bicycles and other vehicles around it. Generally speaking, the more road and traffic data available for training tracking systems, the better the results. The CMU researchers have found a way to unlock a mountain of autonomous driving data for this purpose.

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Volvo 48V MHEV powertrain now available on all models

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In a broad portfolio upgrade, Volvo Cars announced that its 48-volt mild-hybrid powertrain options are now available on every Volvo model, further boosting the company’s electrified offerings. Volvo Cars’ mild hybrids offer drivers up to 15% fuel savings and emission reductions in real-world driving.

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New Lancia Ypsilon Available To Order In Italy

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The sage green tones of the door and front panels, upholstered in recycled material, […] The post New Lancia Ypsilon Available To Order In Italy appeared first on Electric Cars Report. The New Lancia Ypsilon version represents arrival in the world of Italian elegance.

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Audi networks with traffic lights in Düsseldorf; “Green wave”

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At the end of January, Audi drivers will see information from around 150 traffic lights in their cockpit, thus increasing their chance of catching a “green wave”. Audi Traffic Light Information consists of two functions: Green Light Optimized Speed Advisory (GLOSA) and Time-to-Green. —Andre Hainzlmaier.

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Ford Mustang Mach-E: Green Car Reports’ Best Car To Buy 2021

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The idea of applying the Mustang’s pony car heritage to Ford’s first widely available electric vehicle, the Mach-E, might seem like sacrilege to some, or the smartest product decision of the decade to others.

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Rivian R1T, solar tonneau, Hyundai Nexo availability, pandemic fast-charging: Today’s Car News

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Hyundai adds a little more availability for the Nexo fuel-cell vehicle. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. A solar tonneau could help charge electric pickups and make them more useful at worksites. Rivian shows pre-production electric trucks being made. And people aren’t fast-charging as much during the pandemic.

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