Green Car Congress

JUNE 30, 2021

Since 2017, the new Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) has been put in place with the objective to gradually replace the outdated New European Driving Cycle (NEDC). The WLTP allows to obtain more realistic information on vehicle emissions in the type approval tests.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 26, 2017

In March, EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao announced that EPA intends to reconsider its final determination issued on 12 January 2017 which recommended no change to the greenhouse gas standards for light duty vehicles for model years 2022- 2025. Earlier post.) mpg in MY 2021.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 25, 2023

Possible recommendations include the ECO driving program and D Auto as well as to switch to the ECO+ climate control function. In combination with the 10 color worlds of the ambient lighting, there are numerous individualization options. Other useful information: during the charging process, the recharged range is indicated in miles.

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Mercedes SUV Electric Electrical 370

The Truth About Cars

MARCH 21, 2024

Kia retained its signature “tiger nose” grille and gave the car vertical headlight units with large LED daytime running lights. The car is available with a range of interior lighting options, and Kia retained physical controls for often-used functions like maps and the climate system.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 29, 2016

Earlier this week, the Québec National Assembly unanimously adopted Bill 104, a zero-emission vehicle standard. Automakers that sell or lease a yearly average of more than 4,500 new vehicles (all light models combined) will be subject to the ZEV standard. Québec joins the ten U.S.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

Audi unveiled the eighth generation of its successful A6 full-size sedan; all engines feature Audi’s 48V mild-hybrid (MHEV) system ( earlier post ) as standard equipment. TFSI is coupled as standard with a seven-speed S tronic. The new A6 with new and refined driver assistance systems sets new standards in its luxury class.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 27, 2019

Canada’s Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Catherine McKenna, and the Chair of the California Air Resources Board, Mary Nichols, today signed a new cooperation agreement to advance cleaner vehicles and fuels. Canada is currently completing a mid-term review of its light duty vehicle regulations.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 13, 2011

Illustration of the steps in an iterative risk management approach for addressing climate change. From: America’s Climate Choices. This trend cannot be explained by natural factors such as internal climate variability or changes in incoming energy from the sun. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 29, 2023

Presented by the European Commission on 14 July 2021, the package aims to enable the EU to reduce its net greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030 compared to 1990 levels and to achieve climate neutrality in 2050. On 2 June 2022, the Transport Council reached a general approach on the proposal.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 12, 2011

The no action alternative assumes, for the purpose of NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act) analysis, that NHTSA would not issue a rule regarding CAFE standards. NHTSA also will consider the cumulative impacts of the proposed standards for MY 2017–2025 automobiles together with any past, present, and reasonably foreseeable future actions.

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2017 Standards Climate Change Fuel Economy 186

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 18, 2009

British Columbia and the California Air Resources Board have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to pave the way for stringent greenhouse gas emissions standards for new light-duty vehicles. Vehicle emissions standards mirroring California’s are projected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from light-duty vehicles in B.C.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 9, 2009

The proposed standards would require substantial environmental improvements from new vehicles and would put Canadian GHG emission standards at par with US national standards and, by 2016, with the California standards. This is an important step in the fight against climate change. Earlier post.) Minister Prentice.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 11, 2017

quattro permanent all-wheel drive is standard in the new Audi flagship model. It uses map data plus a new standard of real-time traffic information, and adapts energy management to reflect the route ahead. The climate control is highly intelligent. Selector lever commands are all transmitted electrically.

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Drive Electric

JUNE 19, 2023

Table 1: Chapter 9 Energy and Industry Table 2: Chapter 11 Transport Table 3: Climate Change Commission Recommendations Table 4: Drive Electrics Summary Recommendations Part B: Detailed response Introduction New Zealand is on the cusp of the biggest transformation in transport in over a century.

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Climate Change Climate New Zealand Emissions 52

Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2019

The new e-Soul features the same iconic, boxy silhouette, with newly-sculpted lines, sharper details, and more technical lighting elements. Inside, the cabin is more high-tech than ever, with its cool design and ultimate functionality accompanied by acoustic-inspired shapes and textures, and a new Sound Mood Lighting system.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

SPACE VIZZION features illuminated touch surfaces which light up as soon as the car’s Keyless Advanced function detects someone approaching with a vehicle key or a synchronized mobile key on a smartphone. When the person makes contact with the touch-activated surface, the light pulsates, the touch pad vibrates, and the door opens.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 23, 2022

According to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA), as of 13 June 2022, the average price of US regular gasoline was $5.006 per gallon, up $1.937 from a year ago. (An The US Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) latest refinery capacity report (21 June 2022) listed 130 operable refineries in the US, with 5 idle.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

It adds three layers of protection for consumers, to filter most airborne particles; to help clean the air inside the vehicle via an air ionizer; and to provide drivers real-time information regarding PM 2.5 The Cavalier’s climate control system comes standard with a PM 2.5 levels inside and outside the vehicle. μm to 10.0

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 1, 2010

The US Department of Transportation’s (DOT) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) to begin developing new standards for greenhouse gases and fuel economy for light-duty vehicles for the 2017-2025 model years.

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The Truth About Cars

APRIL 17, 2023

VW is promising some other interesting tech -- a standard augmented reality head-up display, massaging climate-controlled seats, and "smart" air vents that are "interactive." Interior features include a digital dash and optional ambient lighting. Outside, key details include LED lighting and light strips front and rear.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

The improved technology offering includes Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop & Go functionality when combined with the eight-speed automatic; an enhanced version of Ford’s Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) that can detect approaching vehicles at greater distance; and a new Ford ClearView Wiper System for improved visibility.

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The Truth About Cars

JANUARY 16, 2024

You get 18-inch wheels, more sound insulation compared to Premium, LED accent lighting, and yellow interior and exterior accents. You can also add a power moonroof, 10-way power driver’s seat, and Subaru’s Starlink information service. Most of what you get when you opt for the Sport mode is more in the appearance vein.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 3, 2010

while the US GDP is projected to grow by 40%, according to the fifth National Communication on US climate change actions submitted by the US Department of State to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. The United States released previous Climate Action Reports in 1994, 1997, 2002, and 2006.

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The Truth About Cars

JULY 7, 2023

.& The dash was visually separated into two horizontal sections: The upper portion contained gauges and light switches for the driver as well as a clock and information center display. The lower portion housed vents, information center controls, stereo, climate controls, and other ancillary controls.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Three tiles show the most important information, with the display for battery status and range underneath. The traditional gearshift is replaced by a large rocker switch on the right of the ID.Cockpit, and a control panel to the left of the steering wheel integrates the lighting functions, including automatic headlights.

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Visually, the standard Cooper and Cooper S models are nearly indistinguishable from the new Cooper EV, except for slightly larger front grilles. The familiar circular LED daytime running lights adorn the headlights, while the rear features the recognizable triangular matrix taillights. Its 0-100 kmph time remains unchanged at 6.6

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 26, 2014

Black carbon (BC) from incomplete biomass and fossil fuel combustion is the most strongly light-absorbing component of particulate matter (PM) air pollution and a major climate-forcing emission. Air pollution mitigation efforts focusing on reducing combustion pollution are likely to have major benefits for climate and human health.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 3, 2010

A new MIT report outlines a system-oriented set of coordinated policies to help the light-duty vehicle sector reduce petroleum-based consumption and its accompanying global warming emissions. This should include standardizing the presentation of key information on car-buying websites. Heywood et al., Heywood et al.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 19, 2016

Supporting DC charging based on the CCS standard, the system allows an impressive charging capacity of up to 350 kW. Information about the seat, for example, can be shown on this digital strip. Map information is also shown in the front area of the strip. The luxury padded leather upholstery is a particular highlight.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 14, 2014

The World Bank has published a report, undertaken by a team from the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), intended to inform efforts to control black carbon emissions from diesel-based transportation in developing countries. Black carbon has been found to be second to carbon dioxide in terms of its climate forcing.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 2, 2015

The approach described is designed to meet simultaneously federal air quality standards; achieve greenhouse gas emission reduction targets; reduce petroleum consumption; and decrease health risk from transportation sources through 2030. Projected statewide light duty vehicle technology mix. Vision 2.0 Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

Options include a fully digital instrument display and multimedia systems featuring customized information and music offerings. The redesigned C-Class comes with extended Active Brake Assist as standard. The facelifted C-Class features a wide range of enhancements. The electronic architecture is completely new.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 11, 2014

The update identifies eight key sectors for ongoing action: Energy; Transportation, fuels, land use and infrastructure; Agriculture; Water; Waste management; Natural lands; Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (such as methane and black carbon); and Green Buildings. —Draft Scoping Plan Update.

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Cars That Think

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Water covers 72 percent of the Earth’s surface, its volumes host 80 percent of biodiversity and play a pivotal role in global phenomena, such as climate change. We wanted to find a way to transmit information reliably with elements like routers in large areas.” This blind spot is rather striking.

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Baua Electric

MAY 30, 2023

The high-definition maps kick in and inform the automobile the place it must be within the lane, Shashua stated. The corporate stated the high-definition maps serve information on what lies forward, permitting the automobile to power smoother and extra predictably. “There is no industry standard.

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The Truth About Cars

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Trailsport models are standard with all-wheel drive and gain an additional inch of ground clearance. A panoramic sunroof is standard, and Trailsports are available with the Diffused Sky Blue exterior paint job that my test unit had. The power numbers don’t seem all that impressive – the 3.5-liter

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

In combination with the standard rear-axle drive this results in outstanding performance. However, should CO 2 emissions be unavoidable along the supply chain, these will be compensated by investments in climate protection projects. Only the electric windows and hazard warning lights are still operated using tactile switches.

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