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IONITY orders 324 350kW EV chargers from ABB for second phase of expansion

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IONITY, a joint venture of BMW Group, Daimler AG, Ford Motor Company, as well as the Volkswagen Group with Audi and Porsche, has to date opened 202 charging sites across 18 European markets. To finance the necessary chargers, the analysis estimates Europe needs €20 billion over the next 11 years, or €1.8

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[PRESS RELEASE] POLITICAL PARTIES – LET’S BACK EV POLICIES TO SAVE NEW ZEALAND MONEY

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“Moving to electric vehicles as quickly as possible is the right move for the environment and the economy. Finding sites to install charging stations is a challenge, and it can be prohibitive to connect to the network under current settings. We are an independent, apolitical voice which is energy agnostic.

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Volkswagen Group and ride-hailing provider Gett to expand on-demand mobility solutions & activities in Europe

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This is not just about linking up individual services, but about creating an integrated mobility ecosystem centered on people and the environment. Special package offers will conveniently pool various costs such as purchase or finance as well as the necessary insurance and servicing. —Ole Harms.

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Navigant Research forecasts new EV global sales of > 346,000 units in 2014; 10 predictions for the year

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Since litigation is often the most costly and acrimonious way to settle a business dispute, a better alternative would be to create an environment where the ZEV mandates could be met. Automakers will want to tap into connectivity to offer information and entertainment services.

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Octopus launches ‘Electric Dreams’ – An EV leasing company unlocking salary sacrifice for businesses

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Fiona Howarth, CEO of Octopus Electric Vehicles, said: “ Businesses and employees across the UK are searching for ways to do their bit for the environment. Partners including Close Brothers and Lloyd Latchford will provide Octopus with financing and insurance services respectively. Delivering news, reviews, tips and advice.