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T&E: Rising use of private jets sends CO2 emissions soaring

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CO 2 emissions from private jets in Europe increased by nearly a third (31%) between 2005 and 2019, rising faster than commercial aviation emissions, according to a new report from environmental campaign group Transport & Environment (T&E). Flying on a private jet is probably the worst thing you can do for the environment.

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Volkswagen presents compact crossover electric concept: ID.LIFE

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The vision of a fully electric small car for the urban environment centers around people and communal experiences. model in the small car segment that we will be launching in 2025, priced at around 20,000 euros. We believe that, even more so than today, the car of the future will be about lifestyle and personal expression.

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DOT issues discussion document on principles for a connected vehicle environment; safety as top priority

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The principles reflect the positions of the FHWA (Federal Highway Administration), NHTSA, and RITA at this time of adoption related to research, demonstration and implementation of a connected vehicle environment. Transportation Safety is the DOT’s top stated priority for the connected vehicle environment. Technical Functionality.

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2021 BMW 330e and 330e xDrive PHEV sedans priced in US starting at $44,550 and $46,550

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The Extended Traffic Jam Assistant is designed to help the driver during the most tedious driving environment, stop and go traffic. BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. Available in the BMW 330e models is the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, an intelligent, digital character that responds to the prompt “Hey BMW”.

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Lucid Motors opening 20 sales and service locations in N America through 2021

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Customers will have the option to visit a Studio in person, make their inquiries entirely online, or any combination of the two. Within the site, a configurator will enable prospective owners to customize their own car and view it from any angle in a variety of environments. Lucid Digital Experience. Lucid Service.

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CNG becomes cheaper in Mumbai. How much it costs in other metro cities?

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(HT_PRINT) Mahanagar Gas (MGL) on Tuesday announced a price cut for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) by ₹ 2.5 This latest price cut comes after a dip in gas input costs. In the last couple of years, CNG has found a rapidly growing footprint in the transportation sector owing to the sky-high price of petrol and diesel.

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Hyundai Motor Group’s Supernal unveils eVTOL vehicle cabin concept at 2022 Farnborough International Airshow

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Supernal’s five-seat cabin concept provides clues to how the company is harnessing automotive design processes and materials while meeting commercial aviation’s highest safety standards to optimize the AAM passenger experience and price-point. Ergonomically contoured seats offer a cocoon-like environment for passengers.

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