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California ARB approves ACC II rule; 100% of LDVs to be PHEVS, ZEV by 2035; LEV IV emissions requirements

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These requirements include ZEV assurance measures, such as requiring a consumer-facing battery state of health indicator, adding ZEVs into existing service information requirements, and adding useful life and minimum warranty requirements for ZEVs. The regulation applies to automakers (not dealers) and covers only new vehicle sales.

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New Ford S-MAX first worldwide to offer Intelligent Speed Limiter

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Ford of Europe announced that the a new S-MAX will be the first Ford worldwide to offer Intelligent Speed Limiter, a new technology that scans traffic signs and adjusts the throttle to help drivers stay within legal speed limits and avoid fines. Ford’s lean NO x trap exhaust after-treatment system helps deliver cleaner emissions.

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