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EEA report suggests road charges for heavy-duty goods vehicles should reflect varied health effects of pollution in different countries

Green Car Congress

The revenue from such schemes should be invested in sustainable transport, the Directive states. Diesel, used by most HGVs, causes more air pollution per kilometer than other fuels such as petrol. European Network (TEN-T) and for comparable domestic motorways.

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The Budget 2009 - working towards sustainable transport

Green Cars News

16. * +3% for diesel cars. Other detail changes from 6th April 2011 include: Drivers of Euro IV diesel cars registered before the 1st January 2006 are currently taxed at the same percentage rate as drivers of cars fitted with a petrol engine. . % P11d value**. Emissions g/km. P11d value**. Company Car Fuel Benefit.

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Strong support for EV ambitions | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

This scheme aims to foster innovation and investment in cutting-edge automotive technologies while promoting environmental sustainability. By facilitating access to charging facilities and promoting innovative solutions like battery swapping, the government aims to accelerate the transition towards clean and sustainable transportation.

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Teams battle it out in Eco-marathon

Green Cars News

The Central Lancashire team’s car was based around a 30cc petrol engine that had been developed in-house and had been coupled with a bespoke engine management system that keeps fuel consumption low. It is also fitted with the brakes from a mountain bike.

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Must Read 40+ Electric Vehicle Interview Questions & Answers

Get Electric Vehicle

An electric vehicle is a type of vehicle that uses one or more electric motors for propulsion instead of an internal combustion engine that runs on fossil fuels like gasoline or diesel. Electricity is usually cheaper than gasoline or diesel on a per-mile basis. A petrol car has an efficiency of 28%.

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Drive Electric Submission Land Transport (Clean Car) Amendment Bill

Drive Electric

There needs to be a massive uptake in active and public transport, as well as the provision of Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS), changes to urban development, and the way we work. Affordable, convenient, safe and sustainable transport choices should be available for all New Zealanders. Less travel and mode shift are essential.

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Eco-Friendly Commuting: Discover the Best Indian Electric Scooters of 2024

Baua Electric

With rising fuel prices, electric scooters provide a cost-saving solution as they require less maintenance and no petrol or diesel. With increasing concerns about air pollution and a shift towards sustainable transportation, more and more people are turning to electric scooters as their preferred mode of commuting.

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