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OECD paper presents and analyzes policies and programs to foster market growth of green cars

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Given the specific barriers, suggests author Andrea Beltramello, there is a role for government to support the development and diffusion of green vehicles, including through policies to strengthen the markets for green cars. It also reviews government policies in a number of OECD countries as well as a selection of non-OECD economies.

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T&E: Electric bus orders in Europe more than doubled to 1,031 units in 2017; ~9% share of new registrations

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The number of battery-electric buses ordered in Europe more than doubled in 2017 compared to 2016, reaching 1,031 vehicles, according to a new analysis by environmental NGO Transport & Environment. T&E estimates this to be equivalent to around 9% market share of new registrations in 2018. VDL: 500 units. Solaris: 330 units.

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Juniper Research forecasts on-road hydrogen vehicles to exceed 1M globally by 2027

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The research forecasts that the consumer market will lead the hydrogen vehicles space, with consumer vehicles accounting for more than 60% of hydrogen vehicles in service globally in 2027. This will translate into an increasingly popular and available product over the next 5 years.

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Study confirms €1T green hydrogen potential for Africa

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The study highlights that solar powered green hydrogen is economically viable and can be produced at less than €2 per kilogram—cheaper than traditional fossil fuel energy—and cater for local energy demand as well as allowinf green hydrogen to be exported to global markets. This is equivalent to energy costs of US$60 a barrel.

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REE Automotive unveils P7-C Chassis Cab; new addition to P7 electric truck lineup

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The P7-C is a Class 4 chassis cab designed to meet the requirements for the Inflation Reduction Act incentives, which are more substantial for EVs Class 4 and above and meets market demand for the ability to simplify vocational upfits. Customers will be able to place orders for the entire P7 electric truck lineup at ACT Expo in REE’s booth.

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Year-long testing of Leclanché 60 Ah G/NMC cells shows high energy density, high cycle life

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V reaching 10% capacity increase in comparison to a standard G/NMC cell resulting in lower cost of installed battery pack (euros per kWh) for EV-applications. Cell assembly starts with the electrode manufacturing exclusively using a water-based binder (WBB) process in an eco-friendly environment.

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Nikola announces Nikola Badger pickup; FCEV/BEV powertrain to support 600-mile range

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20F operating environments without major performance or SOC losses. I have been working on this pickup program for years and believe the market is now ready for something that can handle a full day’s worth of work without running out of energy. Operates on blended FCEV / BEV or BEV only by touch of a button. 120 kW fuel cell.

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