Cars, Electrical, Emissions and Gas-Electric

UK researchers report that alcohols in windshield washer fluid are major unreported source of VOCs emissions from cars, including EVs

Green Car Congress

JUNE 8, 2023

In a recent open-access paper published in ACS’ Environmental Science & Technology , researchers from the University of York report that alcohols in windshield washer fluid account for a larger fraction of real-world vehicle emissions than previous estimates have suggested. the products used for “car care,” such as windshield washer fluid.

Emissions

Emissions Exhaust Cars Ozone

Electric cars will make bigger impact on emissions than electric homes, study finds

The Driven EV News

APRIL 23, 2024

Selling more electric cars in Australia will have a bigger environmental impact than disconnecting all homes from gas, a Climate Council report has found. The post Electric cars will make bigger impact on emissions than electric homes, study finds appeared first on The Driven.

Electric Cars

Electric Cars Emissions Australia Electric

Mercedes-Benz' electric future, greenhouse gas emissions myth busted, fast-charging connectors: Today's Car News

Green Car Reports

JULY 22, 2021

Mercedes-Benz lays out its electric future with new platforms. A new study busts myths regarding greenhouse gas emissions. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Mercedes-Benz provided an update on its electric future. And which EV model will be most compatible with fast-chargers in the U.S.?

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Gas-Electric Mercedes Future Gas

Mercedes-AMG entry-level SL 43 features electric exhaust gas turbocharger from Formula 1 for the first time in production vehicle

Green Car Congress

APRIL 7, 2022

The SL 43 features an M139 in-line two-liter, four-cylinder gasoline engine with an electric exhaust gas turbocharger—used for the first time in a production vehicle. The turbocharger is operated via the 48-volt electrical system, which also feeds the belt-driven starter-generator (RSG).

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Exhaust Gas-Electric Mercedes Gas

Volkswagen Group continues switch to low-emission logistics with order for four more LNG ships

Green Car Congress

JULY 15, 2021

Volkswagen is the first automaker to transport most of its new vehicles overseas using low-emission LNG ships. After the first two LNG car carriers entered service in 2020, Volkswagen Group Logistics has now ordered four more ships with dual-fuel engines that can be powered with LNG. The use of LNG not only reduces CO 2 emissions.

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New Study Finds Electric Vehicles Are Driven Less Than Gas Cars

CleanTechnica EVs

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

continued] The post New Study Finds Electric Vehicles Are Driven Less Than Gas Cars appeared first on CleanTechnica. One of the largest studies to date finds the current generation of EV owners drive far fewer miles than owners.

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Study finds all-electric rideshare fleet could reduce carbon emissions, but increase traffic issues

Green Car Congress

JUNE 23, 2023

Major ridesourcing companies Uber and Lyft have promised all-electric fleets by 2030 in an effort to reduce their carbon footprint. But the cars and SUVs used in these situations drive more miles each year than a typical personal vehicle, contributing a higher proportion of greenhouse gases to the environment. —Mohan et al.

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Fleet All-Electric Carbon Emissions

Lifecycle Emissions of Electric Cars vs. Gasoline

Green Energy Consumers

JANUARY 5, 2023

When we talk about the environmental benefits of electric vehicles (EVs), we get a lot of questions about the lifetime greenhouse gas (GHG) impact of EVs vs internal combus t ion engine (ICE) cars. Electric cars don’t have tailpipe emissions when running on electricity, but battery manufacturing is an energy-intensive process.

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3.8% drop in EU’s greenhouse gas emissions in 2019; transport emissions rise

Green Car Congress

JUNE 1, 2021

Total greenhouse gas emissions in the European Union (EU) decreased by 3.8% The large decline in emissions, achieved before the COVID-19 crisis, was mainly due to reduced coal use for power generation. This decrease brought EU emissions to 24.0% from 2018 to 2019.

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Euro Parliament committee backs revised CO2 standards for cars and vans; zero-emission road mobility by 2035

Green Car Congress

MAY 15, 2022

The European Parliament Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety (ENVI) adopted this week, with 46 votes in favor, 40 against and two abstentions, a position on proposed rules to revise the CO 2 emission performance standards for new cars and vans in line with the EU’s increased climate ambition.

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Minnesota becomes latest state to adopt California clean car standards

Green Car Congress

JULY 27, 2021

Minnesota has become the latest state to adopt California clean car standards; the new standards were finalized by a notice in the state register on Monday. The policy will implement two clean cars standards to reduce vehicle emissions. Original map from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.

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Minnesota Clean Cleaning Standards

EV operating cost, electric RVs, batteries and tire emissions: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

MAY 16, 2022

EVs remain the antidote for high gas prices. Expectations are high for electric RVs, but where will they charge? And the weight of bigger battery packs causes more emissions from a source you might not expect. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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Polestar reduced greenhouse-gas emissions by 6% per car in 2021

Green Car Congress

MAY 18, 2022

Standalone Swedish premium electric vehicle manufacturer. In 2021, Polestar reduced greenhouse gas-emissions per car sold by 6% through its focus on increased efficiency and use of renewable energy. Circulor provides a private blockchain that doesn’t come with the heavy carbon emissions of public blockchains.

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Polestar, Rivian report concludes automotive industry tracking to overshoot IPCC emissions target by 75%

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

The report, which uses existing, open-source data to model the current trajectory for emissions stemming from the car industry, was carried out by global management consulting firm Kearney. … —Pathway Report Passenger vehicles currently account for 15% of all greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions globally.

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Chalmers study: ban on sales of fossil-fuel cars greatly reduces lifecycle GHG mainly due to tailpipe emissions; risk of carbon leakage in manufacturing

Green Car Congress

MAY 28, 2021

If a ban were introduced on the sale of new gasoline and diesel cars, and they were replaced by electric cars, the result would be a significant reduction in lifecycle carbon dioxide emissions primarily due to reduced tailpipe CO 2 emissions, according to a new lifecycle study by researchers at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden.

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Green NCAP LCA study shows detrimental climate and energy impact of increasing vehicle weight, including EVs

Green Car Congress

MARCH 24, 2023

The results of the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of greenhouse gas emissions and primary energy demand of the cars tested by Green NCAP in 2022 show that the current and continuous trend towards larger and heavier cars, significantly increases the negative impact on climate and energy demand.

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Green Climate Energy Vehicles

From Cradle To Grave, Electric Vehicles Have Fewer Greenhouse Gas Emissions Than Gas Vehicles

CleanTechnica EVs

AUGUST 14, 2023

Cradle-to-grave greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for a small gasoline SUV in 2020 were estimated to be 429 grams of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) per mile, while the same size EV with 300 miles of range had 48% fewer GHG emissions.

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Gas Gas-Electric Scrappage Emissions

Ford is still retiring the gas-powered Focus despite delaying 2030 all-electric goal

Baua Electric

JUNE 11, 2024

Despite delaying its goal of an all-electric future in Europe by 2030, the gas-powered compact car is still not part of the plan. Ford says Focus retirement is still the plan Production of the current Ford Focus with a gas-powered engine is set to end next year. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

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Gas-Electric All-Electric Ford Gas

ORNL study finds best current use of natural gas for cars is efficient production of electricity for EVs

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

However, they also noted, high PTW efficiencies and the moderate fuel economies of current compressed natural gas vehicles (CNGVs) make them a viable option as well. If CNG were to be eventually used in hybrids, the advantage of the electric generation/EV option shrinks. Their open access paper is published in the journal Energy.

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California utilities partner to support regional electric vehicle charging network

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 21, 2022

The California Electric Transportation Coalition and California utilities announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to support a California Regional Charging Network. Under the order, 100% of sales of new cars and drayage trucks are to be zero-emission by 2035 and all on-road cars and trucks are to be zero-emissions by 2045.

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Volvo Cars first car maker to join SteelZero initiative in support of fossil-free steel ambitions

Green Car Congress

JUNE 1, 2022

Volvo Cars is the first car maker to sign up to the SteelZero initiative , which aims to increase demand for fossil-free steel and accelerate a transition to carbon neutrality in the global steel industry. Globally, steel production is responsible for around 7% of all greenhouse gas emissions. Earlier post.).

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CARB approves $2.6B investment for clean cars, trucks, mobility options

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

billion investment plan to support the transition to zero-emission transportation. Supported projects range from incentives for cleaner trucks and buses, and mobility options such as bike- and car-sharing, to consumer rebates for clean cars. The California Air Resources Board approved a $2.6-billion Funded projects include: $2.2

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Electric vs. Gasoline Cars: Uncovering the Real Climate Savior

The Truth About Cars

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Photo credit: Nick Starichenko / Shutterstock.com Contrary to common misconceptions , electric vehicles (EVs) generally have a smaller carbon footprint compared to traditional gasoline cars. This advantage remains true even when considering the electricity utilized for charging EVs.

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Gasoline-Electric Gasoline Climate EPA

Nevada launches “Clean Cars Nevada” effort; adopting California LEV and ZEV

Green Car Congress

JUNE 23, 2020

Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak announced the “ Clean Cars Nevada ” initiative, which will evaluate the adoption of new regulations to provide Nevadans with more choices for low and zero emission electric passenger cars and trucks at dealerships throughout the state beginning in 2024.

Nevada

Nevada Clean Cleaning California

ICCT LCA study finds only battery and hydrogen fuel-cell EVs have potential to be very low-GHG passenger vehicle pathways

Green Car Congress

JULY 21, 2021

The ICCT has conducted a comprehensive global and temporal life-cycle assessment of GHG emissions from a variety of alternative passenger car powertrains and fuels. The life-cycle GHG emissions of cars registered in 2021 are compared with those of cars expected to be registered in 2030.

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Hydrogen Fuel Batteries Battery

Polestar quadruples number of partners working on climate-neutral Polestar 0 car project

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Polestar is welcoming twelve new partners to the Polestar 0 project to develop a climate-neutral car. Each partner will focus on certain materials, components and processes involved in the production of cars. ZF: Electric powertrain and overall systems. Earlier post.) —Thomas Ingenlath, CEO of Polestar.

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Amtrak aims to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Amtrak has pledged to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the Amtrak Network by 2045. Amtrak plans to take the following actions: Achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across Amtrak’s network by 2045: Begin with efforts to increase energy efficiency, followed by the implementation of renewable fuels and energy.

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What Are Zero Emission Day and National Drive Electric Week?

Blink Charging

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

September 21 is Zero Emissions Day. It’s also the kickoff to National Drive Electric Week which runs from September 22 – October 1, 2023. Let’s look at these two annual events and what they mean for current and future electric vehicle (EV) drivers. Zero Emission Day September 21st is Zero Emission Day.

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Emissions Nashville Electric Electrical

California EV adoption driving steady decline in emissions: study

Teslarati

APRIL 7, 2024

A new study from the University of California (UC) Berkeley shows a steady, albeit modest, decline in carbon emissions with increased electric vehicle (EV) adoption over the last few years. The data shows a gradual decline in carbon dioxide emissions, representing a 1.8-percent That’s the big win,” Cohen added.

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EPA: US GHG emissions in 2017 down 0.3% from 2016

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

greenhouse gas emissions were 6,472.3 from 2016, according to the US Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) latest Greenhouse Gas Inventory. The decrease in total greenhouse gas emissions between 2016 and 2017 was driven in part by a decrease in CO 2 emissions from fossil fuel combustion. Transportation.

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EVs dominate list of efficient cars in ORNL 2022 Fuel Economy Guide

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

For the first time, two electric vehicles with a 500-mile driving range (two variants of the Lucid Air) sit at the top of the guide’s 10 most fuel-efficient vehicles. The top 10 “fuel sippers” among 2022 models in the new guide are all-electric vehicles offering a minimum of 111 miles per gallon-equivalent fuel economy.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel Davis

Tesla receives permission to trade emission credits in South Korea

Teslarati

MAY 2, 2024

Tesla has reportedly been granted permission to sell automotive emission credits domestically in South Korea by the Ministry of Environment starting this year. This marks a significant development for the electric vehicle maker, as it will allow the company to generate additional revenue in the South Korean market.

South Korea

South Korea Emissions Tesla Legal

The US’s largest heavy-duty electric truck microgrid is powered by… natural gas

Baua Electric

MAY 23, 2024

Southern California’s largest heavy-duty electric truck charging depot, powered by the US’s largest electric truck microgrid, is now online and fueled by natural gas. Performance Team will charge its fleet of Volvo VNR Electric trucks there – the e-trucks have a range of 240 miles and can charge up to 80% in 90 minutes.

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Gas-Electric Gas Power Powered

NTSB Chair questions safety impact of heavy EVs

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 12, 2023

During a keynote speech to the Transportation Research Board annual meeting Wednesday, National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) Chair Jennifer Homendy questioned the safety impact of electric vehicles. The Ford F-150 Lightning is between 2,000 and 3,000 pounds heavier than the non-electric version. Pedestrians will also be at risk.

F-150

F-150 Climate Petrol Hummer

ICCT assesses impact of EV battery manufacturing life-cycle emissions debt; policy implications

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 12, 2018

Analysts at the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) have reviewed recent research into the greenhouse gas emissions from the manufacturing of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles. They note that the the impacts of battery production on electric vehicles’ overall emissions is “an especially complex topic”.

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Emissions Manufacturer Batteries Battery

European Emissions Regulations Drive the Toyota GR Yaris' Price Up By Almost 100 Percent

The Truth About Cars

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Europe has, and will likely remain, far more aggressive with emissions-cutting measures than we are here in the United States. Strict climate-related regulations on the Old Continent mean that gas vehicles – even those that we consider relatively efficient here – are extremely expensive and difficult to find.

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Toyota Emissions Price Tax

Union Pacific Railroad to purchase 20 battery-electric locomotives for testing in yard operations

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 29, 2022

Union Pacific Railroad plans to purchase 20 battery-electric locomotives for testing in yard operations. The combined purchases and upgrades to yard infrastructure are expected to exceed $100 million, representing the largest investment in battery-electric technology by a US Class I railroad.

Purchase

Purchase Los Angeles Batteries Battery

PG&E and Angel Island Ferry Partner to Launch California’s First Zero-Emission, Electric Short-Run Ferry

Electric Cars Report

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is partnering with the Angel Island-Tiburon Ferry Company (Angel Island Ferry) to support the electrification of The Angel Island vessel, which plans to operate as California’s first zero-emission, electric propulsion short-route ferry beginning in 2024.

Emissions

Emissions Gas-Electric California Electric

EPA proposes stringent new emissions standards for light-, medium-, heavy-duty vehicles for MY 2027 and beyond

Green Car Congress

APRIL 13, 2023

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced two new proposed federal emissions standards spanning light-, medium- and heavy-duty vehicles for model year 2027 and beyond. The light-duty vehicle category includes passenger cars and light trucks consistent with previous EPA criteria pollutant and GHG rules.

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EPA Light Standards Emissions

What makes maintaining electric vehicle charging stations more difficult than gas stations?

Setec Powerr

APRIL 18, 2023

Electric vehicles are gaining popularity as people become increasingly concerned about the environment and rising fuel costs. While electric cars have many benefits, such as reduced emissions and lower fuel costs, they also present unique challenges when it comes to maintaining the charging infrastructure they require.

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Gas-Electric Electric Vehicles Gas Charging

Karma Automotive debuts first Club Car Current EVs produced under agreement with AYRO

Green Car Congress

JULY 2, 2021

The Karma Innovation and Customization Center (KICC) revealed the first Club Car Current vehicles being produced under a contract manufacturing agreement with AYRO. The Club Car Current is engineered for multiple bed options and accessories—van box, pickup truck with sides, flatbed configurations—for fleet versatility.

Karma

Karma Cars Manufacturer California

It’s A Great Time To Get An Electric Car If You Want To Save On Gas — New Report

CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 14, 2022

Electric vehicles are a swift-moving trend in the luxury auto market, and rising gas costs are causing some consumers to consider how much they could save by making the switch. In a new analysis of gas and electric cars, one publication posits that now may be an ideal time to electrify your driveway.

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Gas-Electric Gas Electric Cars Cars

EEA: small increase in EU’s total greenhouse gas emissions in 2017, with transport emissions up for the fourth consecutive year

Green Car Congress

MAY 30, 2019

Total greenhouse gas emissions in the European Union (EU) increased by 0.7% Less coal was used to produce heat and electricity but this was offset by higher industrial and transport emissions, the latter increasing for the fourth consecutive year. The EEA will publish preliminary estimates of 2018 emissions in the autumn.

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2017 Emissions Transportation Gas

Eaton introduces set of products to reduce vapor emissions during refueling; LEV III regulations

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 14, 2021

Power management company Eaton has introduced a complete suite of solutions from its Vehicle Group to reduce vapor emissions produced during the refueling of gasoline-powered vehicles. This leakage occurs in all gasoline-powered vehicles, including passenger cars and an increasing number of small- and mid-sized commercial vehicles.

Eaton

Eaton Emissions Gasoline-Electric Production

UK researchers report that alcohols in windshield washer fluid are major unreported source of VOCs emissions from cars, including EVs

Electric cars will make bigger impact on emissions than electric homes, study finds

Mercedes-Benz' electric future, greenhouse gas emissions myth busted, fast-charging connectors: Today's Car News

Mercedes-AMG entry-level SL 43 features electric exhaust gas turbocharger from Formula 1 for the first time in production vehicle

Volkswagen Group continues switch to low-emission logistics with order for four more LNG ships

New Study Finds Electric Vehicles Are Driven Less Than Gas Cars

Study finds all-electric rideshare fleet could reduce carbon emissions, but increase traffic issues

Lifecycle Emissions of Electric Cars vs. Gasoline

3.8% drop in EU’s greenhouse gas emissions in 2019; transport emissions rise

Euro Parliament committee backs revised CO2 standards for cars and vans; zero-emission road mobility by 2035

Minnesota becomes latest state to adopt California clean car standards

EV operating cost, electric RVs, batteries and tire emissions: Today’s Car News

Polestar reduced greenhouse-gas emissions by 6% per car in 2021

Polestar, Rivian report concludes automotive industry tracking to overshoot IPCC emissions target by 75%

Chalmers study: ban on sales of fossil-fuel cars greatly reduces lifecycle GHG mainly due to tailpipe emissions; risk of carbon leakage in manufacturing

Green NCAP LCA study shows detrimental climate and energy impact of increasing vehicle weight, including EVs

From Cradle To Grave, Electric Vehicles Have Fewer Greenhouse Gas Emissions Than Gas Vehicles

Ford is still retiring the gas-powered Focus despite delaying 2030 all-electric goal

ORNL study finds best current use of natural gas for cars is efficient production of electricity for EVs

California utilities partner to support regional electric vehicle charging network

Volvo Cars first car maker to join SteelZero initiative in support of fossil-free steel ambitions

CARB approves $2.6B investment for clean cars, trucks, mobility options

Electric vs. Gasoline Cars: Uncovering the Real Climate Savior

Nevada launches “Clean Cars Nevada” effort; adopting California LEV and ZEV

ICCT LCA study finds only battery and hydrogen fuel-cell EVs have potential to be very low-GHG passenger vehicle pathways

Polestar quadruples number of partners working on climate-neutral Polestar 0 car project

Amtrak aims to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045

What Are Zero Emission Day and National Drive Electric Week?

California EV adoption driving steady decline in emissions: study

EPA: US GHG emissions in 2017 down 0.3% from 2016

EVs dominate list of efficient cars in ORNL 2022 Fuel Economy Guide

Tesla receives permission to trade emission credits in South Korea

The US’s largest heavy-duty electric truck microgrid is powered by… natural gas

NTSB Chair questions safety impact of heavy EVs

ICCT assesses impact of EV battery manufacturing life-cycle emissions debt; policy implications

European Emissions Regulations Drive the Toyota GR Yaris' Price Up By Almost 100 Percent

Union Pacific Railroad to purchase 20 battery-electric locomotives for testing in yard operations

PG&E and Angel Island Ferry Partner to Launch California’s First Zero-Emission, Electric Short-Run Ferry

EPA proposes stringent new emissions standards for light-, medium-, heavy-duty vehicles for MY 2027 and beyond

What makes maintaining electric vehicle charging stations more difficult than gas stations?

Karma Automotive debuts first Club Car Current EVs produced under agreement with AYRO

It’s A Great Time To Get An Electric Car If You Want To Save On Gas — New Report

EEA: small increase in EU’s total greenhouse gas emissions in 2017, with transport emissions up for the fourth consecutive year

Eaton introduces set of products to reduce vapor emissions during refueling; LEV III regulations

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