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Volvo Trucks enters LNG truck segment in India, fuel technology ‘first step’ towards its 2040 carbon neutrality target – ET Auto

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Today, Volvo Trucks is the only OEM supplying and supporting heavy-duty diesel, LNG and Electric trucks in India,” says Vinod Aggarwal, MD & CEO, VECV. Volvo claims the LNG truck emits 20% less CO2 compared to equivalent diesel-run trucks, and there’s no CO2 emission if BioLNG is used to power the trucks.

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Mayor of London expanding Ultra Low Emission Zone London-wide; new £110M scrappage scheme

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Source: Transport for London. Euro 6 for diesel cars and vans (widely available since 2016). This is part of the biggest ever expansion of the bus network in outer London. Vehicles must meet strict emission standards to drive in the ULEZ area: Euro 4 for gasoline cars and vans (widely available since 2006). daily charge.

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EEA report suggests road charges for heavy-duty goods vehicles should reflect varied health effects of pollution in different countries

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The revenue from such schemes should be invested in sustainable transport, the Directive states. By incorporating these costs into the price of goods, we can encourage healthier transport methods and cleaner technologies. Diesel, used by most HGVs, causes more air pollution per kilometer than other fuels such as petrol.

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Electrification gaining momentum in fleet vehicle industry – Charged EVs

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Some cities are also promoting the use of EVs for urban delivery trucks, which have shorter ranges and less noise and air pollution than diesel trucks. In 2023, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed new standards to reduce GHG emissions from heavy-duty vehicles for model years 2027-2032, as part of its Clean Trucks Plan.

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Driving Your City Forward With Clean Electric Public Transportation

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Transportation in the U.S. In many American cities, mass transit opportunities are far behind what’s available in other parts of the world. According to the American Public Transit Association, Americans took nearly 10 billion trips via public transportation in 2019. is undeniably car-driven.

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Strong support for EV ambitions | Autocar Professional

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Exclusion of conventional segments The PLI scheme excludes conventional petrol, diesel, and CNG segments (internal combustion engines) from its scope, as these segments are deemed to have sufficient manufacturing capacities in India. The PMP offers a scaled duty structure for imported EV parts, promoting local manufacturing.

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Must Read 40+ Electric Vehicle Interview Questions & Answers

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Working in the EV sector provides opportunities to be part of cutting-edge advancements in the automotive industry. The growth potential of EVs is high and I would like to be a part of it by contributing my ideas and effort. Moreover, I’m concerned about the environment and eco-friendly transportation.