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London study suggests PHEV vans a practical, accessible solution for cleaner air in European cities

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Three months since the introduction of the Ultra-Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ) in London, results of a year-long trial in the capital suggest that plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) commercial vehicles could present the most practical, readily available option for businesses trying to meet clean-air targets in cities. million (US$5.9-million)

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Ford Transit plug-in series hybrid van makes it debut in UK; 1.0L EcoBoost range extender

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Ford’s new plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) Transit Custom van ( earlier post ) made its debut at the Cenex Low Carbon Vehicle 2017 event in Millbrook, UK. The vehicle makes its first appearance as Ford prepares 20 PHEV Transits for the 12-month fleet customer trial in London that begins in late 2017. million (US$6.1-million)

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UK Awards 24M to 6 Low Carbon Vehicle Projects

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Jaguar Land Rover (lead company), Ford Motor Company, IAV (UK), CPT, BP, University of Nottingham, Imperial College London. Three vehicles will be built to demonstrate the potential of the technology —gasoline and diesel cars and a diesel hybrid bus. Plug-in Car Grant. VIPER - Vehicle Integrated Powertrain Energy Recovery.

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UK Studies Suggest New Business Models and Policies Required for EV and PHEV Uptake; Price a Critical Issue

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In the UK, derogation of the London congestion charge and parking charges, combined with early adopters’ “willingness to pay” will go some way in bridging the gap in cost and supporting EV uptake. The 2008 MAC curve provided high-level estimates of the anticipated levels of uptake for EVs and PHEVs. of total 1990 CO 2 emissions.

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Lotus and Harmon partner up to add sound to hybrids

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Exclusive rights are granted to Harman Becker to manufacture the latest technology solutions for the worldwide vehicle OEM market. My friend (same one who made the ice cream truck sound effect comment to me) asked me if this was some kind of conspiracy from gasoline advocates to try and further delay mass acceptance of EVs.

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