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Germany insisting on inclusion of e-fuels as ICE option before signing off on Europe’s ban on ICE

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So far, the sales of synthetic fuels, such as e-fuels and renewable diesel, in Germany have been largely limited to fuel blends in which these fuels have represented about 26 percent maximum. The planned approval by the government would in the near future allow 100% renewable diesel to be sold and used unblended in all segments in Germany.

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EEA: average CO2 emissions from new cars and new vans in Europe increased again in 2019

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The market penetration of electric cars remained slow in 2019. Diesel vehicles constituted 31% (32% including HEV) of new registrations, marking a decrease of 4 percentage points from 2018, and 23 percentage points from 2011 when diesel cars peaked with a 55% share of new registrations. g CO 2 /km—0.5 g CO 2 /km).

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ACEA: data show EU market for electric cars highly fragmented; need for inclusive measures

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The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has published new data demonstrating the correlation between the market uptake of electrically-chargeable vehicles (ECVs) and both GDP and customer incentives. By contrast, almost half of all EU member states have an ECV market share of 0.5% ECV Units sold. GDP per capita.

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EEA: average CO2 emissions from new cars and new vans in Europe increased in 2018

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Moreover, the market penetration of zero- and low-emission vehicles, including electric cars, remained slow in 2018. The market share of gasoline vehicles also increased, constituting 3.6% On average, the CO 2 emissions of diesel cars (121.5 However, the market share of gasoline vans has been increasing since 2016.

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New cars in Europe in 2013 collectively met 2015 CO2 target two years ahead of the deadline

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grams; for diesel, 127.16 The main drivers of efficiency have been technological improvements and higher sales of diesel cars, which typically have lower CO 2 emissions levels than gasoline equivalents. However, the preference for diesel seems to be falling, making up just over half the cars sold in 2013. There were 11.8

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Chevrolet Extends LPG Portfolio Throughout Europe

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Switzerland, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia and Spain will offer LPG-versions in addition to the regular gasoline and diesel range. In 2009, Chevrolet will further expand its LPG product range throughout Europe. Chevrolet’s strategy is to offer LPG versions for its entire product line-up.

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DAF trucks showcases electric and hybrid trucks at IAA CV

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The DAF CF Hybrid has been developed for driving electrically with zero emissions in urban areas, while offering a much longer range to operate beyond those urban areas, thanks to the latest, ultra-clean diesel technology. DAF said it will be ready to introduce these trucks when the market is ready. in 2017 to 16.5%

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