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Average CO2 emissions from new cars in the EU dropped by 3.7% last year

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The European Environment Agency today published provisional data on average CO 2 emissions from new passenger cars sold in the EU in 2010, showing a 3.7% The decrease in average emissions in 2010 was lower than in 2009 (5.1%); the results in 2009 were possibly influenced by the economic crisis and the scrappage schemes in some member states.

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IHS Automotive forecasts 88.6M unit global light vehicle market in 2015; 2.4% growth

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China will lead the sector’s volume growth, with particular strength in SUVs, though IHS expects the market to slow from 2014. million units, aided with increased auto finance penetration, fast dealership expansion and government vehicle scrappage programs. —Nigel Griffiths, chief automotive economist, IHS Automotive.

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Has the cash for clunkers scheme failed? The Green Piece

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The Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS for short, or ‘cash for clunkers’ as it is more commonly known) was the US’s answer to the scrappage schemes in Germany and the UK which appeared to have revitalised their respective automotive sectors.

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Can the UK lead the green car charge? The Green Piece

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Having already adjusted its road tax system to penalise the heaviest polluters and introduced congestion charges; the Government created a vehicle scrappage scheme earlier this year meant to help more motorists make green choices while boosting the automotive sector. Now it seems that its efforts have been rewarded.

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Drive Electric Submission Land Transport (Clean Car) Amendment Bill

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Scrappage schemes. Globally, 500 EV models are now on the market, ranging from compact cars and two-seaters through to large sedans, SUVs, and sportscars. Copenhagen) it’s possible for cycling/active transport modes to make up half or more of commuter trips in urban environments. FBT, depreciation); and.

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