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How EVs Are Reducing Carbon (CO2) Emissions

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The upstream, “well to wheel” emissions of the EV are linked to electricity generation and the electrical grid, with lower emissions in regions that use more renewable energy sources. As one MIT report found, on average, “a fully electric vehicle emits about 25 percent less carbon than a comparable hybrid car.”

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Europe’s sightseeing buses are graduating from vegetable oil fuel to electric and solar power

Baua Electric

Tootbus describes itself as the world’s first clean energy sightseeing bus company, specializing in hop-on hop-off tours around Europe, including Bath, London, Paris, and Brussels. In 2021, Tootbus converted its fleet to HVO fuel, which reduces CO2 emissions by 90% compared to traditional combustion.

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This solar company just put its people in 100 VW ID. Buzz Cargos

Baua Electric

Photo: Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Renewables firm Helion just switched its entire commercial fleet to fully electric with 100 VW ID. Helion folks are now cruising around Switzerland in one of the largest electric fleets in the country. Buzz Cargo vehicles.

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10,000 Toyota drivers sign petition urging company to commit to EVs: ‘Put our future before your profits’

Teslarati

Over 10,000 Toyota drivers have signed a petition with over 110,000 signatures urging the Japanese car maker to embrace electrification efforts and stop “lobbying to prevent electric vehicle mandates and clean air laws.” ” – Matt Harrison, President & CEO Toyota Motor Europe.

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EU Climate Plan — Emissions-Free Cars For All (But Not Quick Enough), + Aviation, Shipping, & Other Matters

CleanTechnica EVs

By Eoin Bannon An EU plan to sell 100% emissions-free cars in 2035 will democratise electric vehicles in Europe, green group Transport & Environment (T&E) has said. Cars are responsible for 12% of all greenhouse gas emissions in Europe, and switching sales from polluting engines to fully electric is a crucial […].

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Four Major Trends in the eMobility Industry in 2021

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The German government offers grants up to €9,000 plus tax reductions for fully electric passenger vehicles, €40,000 for small to medium-sized electric trucks and up to €500,000 for heavy-duty trucks. Integration of renewables and battery storage with EV charging infrastructure advances.

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What is the difference between BEVs, PHEVs and HEVs?

Drive Electric

WHAT IS A BEV (BATTERY ELECTRIC VEHICLE)? Fully electric vehicles run on rechargeable batteries, which power an electric motor. BEVs run entirely on a battery-powered electric drivetrain. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF A FULLY ELECTRIC CAR? Fully electric vehicles can have a significant upfront cost.

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