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GM expands EV first responder training efforts in US and Canada

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The best way for the public and private vehicle fleet owners to rapidly adopt EVs is to train firefighters and emergency responders on how to handle incidents involving battery powered vehicles. GM’s training includes guidance on doing this more sparingly to keep battery management systems active.

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U Mich, Ford lifecycle study of carbon footprint of last-mile and final-50-feet delivery with automated vehicles and robots

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The COVID-19 pandemic boosted interest in automated transport technologies as a contactless way to help customers get their purchases. CAV power requirements and efficiency benefits largely offset each other, and automation has a moderate impact on life cycle GHG emissions. red symbols) for the US average cases and Edwards et al.

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China and Norway Lead the World’s EV Switchover

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Early government investment in charging infrastructure went a long way toward soothing the range anxiety that made car buyers in other places reluctant to make the switch to battery power from gasoline or diesel. degrees C (2.7 Canada might be forced to lower its EV adoption trajectory before all is said and done.

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In China, Wuling launches electric minivan, Chevrolet introduces 48V MHEV Monza

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With the same dimensions as its siblings powered by traditional internal combustion engines and a 3,050-millimeter wheelbase, the Rong Guang EV offers 5.1 The minivan comes with electric power steering (EPS) and is equipped with a driver’s side air bag for added safety. It includes variants powered by 1.0T, 1.3T

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Beijing, Xi'an latest cities to offer subsidies to encourage residents to buy NEVs

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Beijing is offering subsidies of up to RMB 10,000 for residents to purchase NEVs, while Xi'an is offering subsidies of up to RMB 6,000 for NEV purchases and RMB 10,000 for the installation of charging piles. If they purchase a plug-in hybrid, on the other hand, they will not be eligible for the subsidy.

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J.D. Power survey finds China consumers increasingly enthusiastic about new-energy vehicles; ongoing importance of subsidies; battery worries

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Propelled by growing public concerns about the environment and thanks to incentive policies, the enthusiasm among consumers in China for new-energy vehicles (mainly electric cars) has been steadily increasing, with consumers also expecting breakthroughs in battery technology, according to a recent J.D. in China in 2016. Click to enlarge.

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Tesla Model Y’s complete lineup now qualifies for EV tax credits through Inflation Reduction Act

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Tesla’s complete lineup of Model Y trim levels now qualifies for electric vehicle tax credits through the Inflation Reduction Act, as the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has increased the applicable MSRP limit to $80,000 across each of the all-electric crossover’s configurations. According to a report from Bloomberg , the U.S.