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Renault Trucks creates Used Parts Factory

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To reduce natural resource usage and its trucks’ environmental impact, Renault Trucks (part of the Volvo Group) is taking steps to transition its industrial operations to a circular-economy approach. At this new industrial facility located in Vénissieux, the brand’s trucks will be dismantled , and their parts reused.

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California passes 1M mark for cumulative sales of electric vehicles: BEVs, PHEVs and FCEVs

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of total California auto sales in 2021. The CEC updates its Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEV) sales figures quarterly by analyzing DMV data. Specifically, cumulative sales through the end of 2021 were: 663,014 BEV (62.9%). For sales in 2021 only, the shares were: 183,933 BEV (73.5%). From CEC New ZEV Sales dashboard.

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CARB fines major online automotive parts retailer $1M for selling illegal aftermarket parts in California; ~4,000 emissions violations

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paid $1 million to resolve violations of the California Health and Safety Code and Vehicle Code related to the sale of illegal aftermarket performance auto parts in California. Illegal parts sold by the former AutoAnything, Inc. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) announced that AZAA Investments, Inc.,

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Tesla secures hard-fought win for owners in CT, but battle for sales continues

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Tesla has secured a hard-fought win in Connecticut for its planned service center, but its battle for direct sales in the state continues. Thomas Rechen, a lawyer with McCarter and English representing Tesla, ensured that the upcoming facility would not sell vehicles, parts, or other products. .

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EIA projects US renewable diesel supply to surpass biodiesel in the near term but remain small part of larger diesel market

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gallon when the required amount of biodiesel or renewable diesel is blended with petroleum diesel for sale or use in a trade or business. EIA projects these two fuels will remain a relatively small part of the larger diesel market, accounting for less than 8% of the US diesel production in 2050. Source: U.S.

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Arkema boosting Kynar PVDF production to meet Li-ion materials demand; targeting €1B in battery sales by 2030

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Arkema now aims for sales of at least €1 billion in the battery sector by 2030. This investment benefited from support from the government of France as part of the “France Relance” plan. In Li-ion batteries, the Kynar PVDF polymers are used as separators coatings or as cathode binders.

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Porsche Q1 sales soar, but Taycan production issues remain

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Porsche has released its Q1 sales report, and it’s a mixed bag for Europe’s most valuable car maker. Despite Porsche’s limited EV offerings compared to its traditional rivals and its newest competitor, Tesla, the brand has been making headway, with sales climbing consistently quarter over quarter.

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