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Opinion: Biden’s Tesla snub shows that clout, not innovation, is driving the American EV revolution

Teslarati

There was something missing during the Biden administration’s EV event at the White House on Thursday. While the event was promoted as a landmark meeting that signifies America’s commitment to embracing sustainable transportation, the world’s undisputed EV leader was noticeably absent.

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New Joint Research Centre Reference Report sets out options for reducing emissions from shipping

Green Car Congress

Maritime transport causes about 4% of global man-made CO 2 emissions—making its carbon footprint approximately as high as Germany’s. At present, around 50,000 merchant ships transport 90% of global goods and make maritime transport indispensable for the world economy. —JRC Reference Report.

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Tesla driving test hell: How DMV examiners’ biases are inhibiting the EV transition

Teslarati

“In the event (that) a customer has questions about taking a driving test in a particular vehicle, they should ask to speak with a manager before the test. That being said, the agency advised that those who wish to take their driving test in a Tesla should speak to a manager first to avoid issues.

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Teams battle it out in Eco-marathon

Green Cars News

Friday marked a unique spectacle on the EuroSpeedway circuit in Lausitz, Germany, as the Shell sponsored Eco-marathon got under way. It is believed that the Shell Eco-marathon offers a key educational platform to focus the minds of talented youngsters on maximising efficiency.

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