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Tesla Software Updates, 2014 BMW 328d Driven, Carbon-Limit Cost: Today's Car News

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Today on Green Car Reports: A guide to Tesla Model S software updates since 2012, a review of the 2014 BMW 328d xDrive Sport Wagon, and why the EPA''s carbon limits could cost $7 per car. All this and more on Green Car Reports. We investigate the fuel economy of diesel SUVs and crossovers.

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The 12 most influential green cars in history

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The world's major car markets have mostly now legislated increasing levels of fuel economy and reduced tailpipe emissions not only of gases directly toxic to humans but also of carbon dioxide, a key.

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China leading the way for low carbon economy

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When it comes to creating a low carbon economy, it appears that China, with its 12th Five Year Plan, is now top of the class. A new report from DB Climate Change Advisors finds that China is the global leader after it outlined significant progress in key areas. Under the 12th Five Year Plan, the [.].

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UK to invest $841M from 2015-2020 to boost ultra low emission vehicle industry

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The UK government announced plans to invest £500 million (US$841 million) between 2015 and 2020 to boost the ultra low emission vehicle (ULEV) industry and help drivers both afford and feel confident using electric cars. billion) to the UK economy, the government said. Map out the low carbon transport infrastructure required.

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Plug-in minivan emissions, 2018 Camry Hybrid batteries, MPG plateaus: Today's Car News

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More proof that plugging in cuts carbon emissions, news on the batteries of the new 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid, and discouraging news on the calculated fuel economy of new vehicles sold last year: all this and more in today's car news on Green Car Reports.

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Vehicle fuel economy rises for fifth consecutive year

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Efforts to increase fuel economy and lower emissions show no signs of losing pace as the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a report revealing a fifth consecutive increase in new vehicle fuel efficiency with a corresponding decrease in average carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Hybrids are projected to have a 1.8

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Could two wheels drive the economy and drive down carbon emissions?

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A wheels to work scheme is among measures being considered by the Department of Transport to help improve access to transport whilst also reducing transport-related carbon emissions.

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