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NTSB Chair questions safety impact of heavy EVs

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The electric F-150 weighs 700 kg more than its petrol-powered predecessor. Smaller electric cars are heavier than their petrol equivalents, too. If US residents who switched to SUVs over the past 20 years had stuck with smaller cars, more than 1,000 pedestrian deaths might have been averted, according to one study.

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Toyota a winner as CO2 reduction plan introduced to parliament with less pressure on SUVs and utes

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Aussie CO2 standard tough on Toyota, SUVs and utes READ MORE: Get out of the way diesel! The New Vehicle Efficiency Standard will mean we can wave goodbye to those eye-watering fuel bills and unhealthy air, and get on the road to cleaner, more affordable transport,” said CEO Amanda McKenzie.

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Why Hybrids are gaining momentum amid EV frenzy | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

The hybrid vehicles — dual powered by a petrol engine and an electric motor — are gathering strong traction amongst SUV buyers versus all electric battery-operated passenger vehicles. The price premium between a hybrid and EV equivalent over petrol, hybrid is better off, despite high GST.” lakh in the case of an EV SUV.

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EVs and CNG cars power Tata Motors in March with 14% increase in sales

Baua Electric

Cars like Punch and Nexon SUV continue to contribute to Tata Motors’ sales in March as well. Punch, its smallest SUV, is currently the leader in the segment. Nexon too has been India’s favourite SUV for most part of last year. It is also expected to drive in the CNG version of Nexon.

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Maruti Suzuki brands remain top choice for used car buyers in 2023: CARS24 – ET Auto

Baua Electric

Car buyers meanwhile, displayed faster adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) sand there was a surge in demand for SUVs, and affection for pre-owned cars continued to grow. With a rising number of individuals exploring EVs—averaging 200 enquiries per day—it was evident that consumers were actively seeking cleaner and greener options.

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Electric cars buyers guide

Drive Electric

That’s why the government has banned the sale of petrol and diesel cars from 2030. One of the big concerns we encounter when people are considering switching to an electric vehicle (EV) , is that they think it’s going to be much more expensive than a petrol or diesel car. How much are electric cars? How far can an electric car go?

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Fuel standard signals fight for zero emissions is underway

EV Central

The consultation paper makes clear that a decision is yet to be made on whether single or dual emissions targets will be adopted, the latter separating passenger vehicles from the utes and SUVs such as the Toyota HiLux and LandCruiser that are very popular in Australia. The price of the popular Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series.