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Maserati partners with Future Energy to electrify dealer network

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Maserati, the Italian luxury and performance automotive brand and the only luxury brand of the Stellantis Group, is partnering with Future Energy to electrify its dealer network. This also aligns with Stellantis’ Dare Forward 2030 strategic plan, which strives to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030.

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Future Rivian EV: Half the carbon footprint of its R1S by 2030

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In addition to being less expensive than the current R1T pickup truck and R1S SUV, Rivian believes its upcoming R2 EV will have a smaller carbon footprint as well. And looking beyond the initial R2, Rivian intends to keep cutting the footprint of its vehicles.

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The SUV market is fueling global oil demand, clouding CO2 targets

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A strong SUV market is leading to higher oil demand today, and may make future carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions targets harder to achieve, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). New IEA analysis found that global CO2 emissions from SUVs reached nearly 1.1 SUVs are.

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‘Hatchbacks are here to stay; no guarantee that SUVs will remain popular in the future’: RC Bhargava | Autocar Professional

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With the expected comeback of small cars by 2026, Bhargava says that the current dominance and popularity of SUVs is a trend that might or might not last in the future. For 170 million people who use two-wheelers for mobility, how will they remain mobile in the future? But one thing is clear: Hatchbacks are here to stay.

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Toyota electric bZ4X Concept SUV makes N. American debut; jointly developed with Subaru

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Jointly developed with Subaru, the Toyota bZ4X SUV Concept features the new e-TNGA BEV-dedicated platform. The Toyota bZ4X SUV Concept features a long wheelbase with short overhangs. This future lineup will feature 15 dedicated BEVs, including seven carrying the bZ (Beyond Zero) brand.

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Toyota to assemble new 3-row electric SUV in Kentucky; additional $2.1B investment in North Carolina battery plant

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Toyota will assemble an all-new, three-row, battery electric SUV at Toyota Kentucky starting in 2025. billion investment to support future expansion in the company’s drive toward carbon neutrality. The company’s first US-assembled BEV will be powered by batteries from Toyota North Carolina. billion.

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Mercedes-Benz lays out plan for carbon-neutral future

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Mercedes-Benz's CEO-apparent Ola Källenius laid out a plan Monday, just after the Norway launch of its EQC electric SUV, that outlines the development of an entire "carbon-neutral" passenger-car fleet.

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