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

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IHS Automotive forecasts global automotive sales for 2015 to reach 88.6 million units, aided with increased auto finance penetration, fast dealership expansion and government vehicle scrappage programs. The campaign is expected to have a long-lasting effect on premium parts/vehicle prices in China. million, an increase of 2.4%

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Deloitte study concludes mass adoption of EVs in Europe is some distance away

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A new study by Deloitte, the business advisory firm, concludes that despite rising fuel prices, the mass adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in Europe is still some distance away. Range, price and charging concerns need to be addressed. Consumers are not likely to want to pay a high price premium for EVs. —David Raistrick.

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Will you save money if you buy a green car? The Green Piece

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With millions of motorists across the country continuing to reel from the global economic crisis, predictions that petrol prices could hit 120p a litre by the end of the year are having a significant impact on our vehicle buying habits. Also factor in the savings that could be made on road tax, congestion and even car insurance.

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Drive Electric Submission on the Emissions Reduction Plan Discussion Document

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EVs are a technology that are now proven, are increasingly price competitive, and will be the future of the automotive industry. If we set clear direction around EVs, because of our market size the global car manufacturers will have little trouble meeting demand. It’s also worth noting that the global car industry is changing rapidly.