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Fraunhofer ISI/ICCT analysis of PHEV data finds real-world CO2 emissions 2-4x higher than official values

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A new analysis of the real-world usage of more than 100,000 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles shows a large deviation between on-road CO 2 emissions and fuel efficiency and the official vehicle type-approval values. Statistically, private users of vehicles in Germany re-charge their plug-in hybrid vehicle only on three out of four days.

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H2 Green Steel and BMW Group sign final agreement on delivery of CO2-reduced steel

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The agreement addresses BMW Group’s upstream scope 3 emissions and includes recycling and end-of-life management measures. The company has a gross embodied carbon emission intensity obligation per tonne of steel, included in its customer contracts. Earlier post.). This limits the amount of energy used, storage and material handling.

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Get out of the way diesel! Toyota Prado petrol-electric hybrid SUV coming to Australia as soon as 2024

EV Central

Fuel consumption and emissions has become a critical focus for Toyota Australia as the federal government’s new CO2 reduction standard looms with substantial fines for polluting vehicles such as large SUVs and utes. 100km and 236g CO2/km. 100km and emissions of 228g CO2/km. But it won’t be the last.

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You’re outta here! Chevrolet Silverado EV won’t be coming to Australia

EV Central

And tow them very long distances, where diesel fuel pumps are far more ubiquitous (and quicker filling) than electric charge points. It’s a case of hoping capabilities (especially EV range when towing) improve, along with Australian charging infrastructure. The post You’re outta here! Trucks included.

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Toyota reduces fuel consumption and emissions across the new Auris range; 13% average reduction in CO2 compared to predecessors; gasoline, diesel and hybrid

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Aerodynamic improvements, weight savings and engine enhancements have reduced fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions across the range. Average emissions for Auris—which is designed for the European market—have fallen steadily over the last years. mpg US) with CO 2 emissions from 125 g/km, a reduction of 0.4

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Volvo Trucks receives order for 100 electric semis

Electric Vehicles India

“At DFDS, we’re determined to reduce CO2 emissions and create a sustainable supply chain solution for our customers. We know how important electrification is to reach our CO2 reduction targets. DFDS has chosen a financing solution provided by Volvo Financial Services.

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Isn’t It Time For All Hotels To Start Including Electric Vehicle Charging Stations?

CleanTechnica EVs

By Darya Oreizi Have you gone on a family road trip and found no electric vehicle charging stations at your hotel? Let’s face it, most EV owners would love to charge up overnight (at their hotel) when they’re on the road. […]. If you own a Tesla, you’ll likely find a Supercharger nearby. But not always.