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

Green Car Congress

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. Alternative fuels include biofuels, natural gas, hydrogen and electricity from the grid.

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Corn ethanol worse for the environment than petrol

Green Cars News

Using corn residues to produce ethanol and other types of biofuel can generate more greenhouse gases than even fossil fuel sources, according to a new study from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The results of the study will come as a massive blow to the Obama administration which has been push[.]. Biofuels'

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Diesel v Petrol: the choice is narrowing

Green Cars News

Diesel or petrol? It is greener; it has lower CO2 and, as we’re both told and financially incentivised, less CO2 is better for the environment. All you need to do is select the lowest CO2 car you can and you’re fine, right? Why, diesel, of course. If only it were that simple. Let’s not get [.].

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Fit petrol engines with particulate filters, says T&E

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Direct-injection petrol engines should be fitted with particulate filters to combat their higher particulate emission levels, says environmental lobby group, Transport & Environment (T&E). Green credentials' Recent research from the independent research institute, TÜV Nord found that new gasoline direct inje[.].

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Lead from petrol still pollutes oceans

Green Cars News

Lead is still pervasive in the environment despite the slow phasing out of leaded fuels, according to new research from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Leaded petrol has long been banned in many countries, after it was linked to neurological and cardiovascular illnesses.

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Saving money more important than the environment?

Green Cars News

What would drive your decision to buy a green car? Would it be the chance to do your bit for the environment? Or is your focus firmly on saving cash? According to a new survey by Auto Trader, it appears most of us are more money conscious. It found that the majority of UK motorists [.].

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Could natural gas cars threaten the environment?

Green Cars News

Natural gas cars have often been seen as an environmentally friendly alternative to petrol and diesel powered vehicles. However, that may all be about to change.