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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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Statistically, private users of vehicles in Germany re-charge their plug-in hybrid vehicle only on three out of four days. Company car users, on average, re-charge only every second day. Meanwhile, legal and financial barriers for installing home charging devices should be reduced.

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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. 100km and emissions of 228g CO2/km.

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

EV Central

There’s up to 500kW of power, up to 725km range, 0-100km/h in under five seconds, towing up to 4500kg and payload of 650kg. And tow them very long distances, where diesel fuel pumps are far more ubiquitous (and quicker filling) than electric charge points. 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. gasoline engine, new roller rocker technology and smaller, lighter pistons in both gasoline engines, low viscosity oil and 6-speed manual transmissions throughout the new Auris engine range.

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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. I believe this will encourage many more customers to confidently take the first step in their own electrification journey.”.

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ICCT: incremental technology can cut vehicle CO2 by half and increase fuel economy >60% through 2030 with ~5% increase in price

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Some specific examples include: EPA estimated direct manufacturing costs for direct injection technology at $196–$356 per vehicle, ranging from inline 3-cylinder to V8 engines. In the analysis the ICCT used $140/kWh for BEV battery cost and $200/kWh for 40-mile range PHEVs for 2025. Source: ICCT. Click to enlarge.

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Volkswagen ID.4 GTX Review

Drive Electric

4; there’s a driving range of up to 300 miles, and the spacious SUV body style remains. Range (WLTP): 310 miles. DriveElectric’s ‘real-world’ range : 255 miles. Charging costs : Full charge costs £10.78. 4 GTX retains the 77kWh lithium-ion battery of the longer-range ID.4 The Volkswagen ID.4