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KIT, automakers, partners launch project “reFuels” in Germany for production of synthetic fuels from non-fossil carbon sources

Green Car Congress

It will also examine how regenerative fuels affect the pollutant emissions of the existing fleet and the function of vehicles and individual components. Porsche AG; Robert Bosch GmbH; Rolls-Royce Powersystems AG (MTU) as well as ENBW AG and MiRO GmbH & Co. KG; Freudenberg Sealing Technologies GmbH & Co.

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EPA issues a second notice of violation to Volkswagen alleging emissions cheating in MY 2014-2016 3.0L diesels

Green Car Congress

This NOV is also being issued to Porsche AG and Porsche Cars North America. The NOV alleges that the VW Group companies developed and installed a software defeat device—specifically, code in the electronic control module (ECM)—in certain VW, Audi and Porsche light duty diesel vehicles equipped with 6-cylinder, 3.0-liter

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Congestion charge and electric vehicles: Everything you need to know

Drive Electric

It aims to reduce levels of traffic within the English capital, helping to lower pollution in the process. This applies to everything from the affordable and popular Nissan Leaf to the luxury Porsche Taycan. Not only is the charge helping to lower levels of pollution in London, it’s also a huge source of income for the government.

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

Drive Electric

“Moving to electric vehicles as quickly as possible is the right move for the environment and the economy. By a margin of five to one, Kiwis say they are concerned about climate change and want the government to help people convert to less polluting vehicles.

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@MisterFleming Says, “It’s Not About The Environment,” As He Pimps More Porsche Pollution In @LATimes. How Bad Does Climate Have To Crater Before Charley Gets A Clue? #JoeTakesOnTheNews

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Time to review congestion charges. The Green Piece

Green Cars News

In 2008, Boris Johnson ended proposals to introduce a CO2 charge which would have meant vehicles emitting 226g/km or more would have had to pay £25 a day to drive into the zone following a legal challenge from Porsche which claimed the plans were “unfair and disproportionate”. Here at TheGreenCarWebsite.co.uk

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China puts its electric vehicles on center stage - China automotive news

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Making electric vehicles affordable will be critical for them to have an impact on the environment, as vehicle ownership continues to rise quickly. Alternative-fuel cars were some of the hottest items on display at the Shanghai auto show from homegrown companies like Geely Automobile Holdings Ltd., Brilliance Jinbei Automobile Co.

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