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Hybrids vs EVs: where should government put its money

Baua Electric

Hybrids better than EVs According to a letter from Toyota’s India country head, Vikram Gulati, to the Niti Aayog, the corporation is asking for an 11 per cent point tax differential for hybrid vehicles and 14 points for flex-hybrid choices over petrol automobiles.

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The Budget 2009 - working towards sustainable transport

Green Cars News

Other detail changes from 6th April 2011 include: Drivers of Euro IV diesel cars registered before the 1st January 2006 are currently taxed at the same percentage rate as drivers of cars fitted with a petrol engine. Greening the Grid. The taxation of these cars will be subject to the 3% uplift for diesel cars from this date.

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Drive Electric Submission on the Emissions Reduction Plan Discussion Document

Drive Electric

Our submission and inputs relate specifically to accelerating the uptake of e-mobility, but we recognise that decarbonising transport is much wider than that. E-mobility is an important component to a zero emissions transport system, but is still just a component. . Capacity of the grid and managing demand. .

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Strong support for EV ambitions | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

This scheme aims to foster innovation and investment in cutting-edge automotive technologies while promoting environmental sustainability. The new standards mandate at least one charging station within a grid of three-by-three kilometres and one charging station every 25 kilometres on both sides of highways/roads.

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Why DC Fast Charging Stations are Essential For Long-Distance EV Travel?

Setec Powerr

Unlike the AC power that comes from the electrical grid, DC power is what EV batteries need to charge quickly and efficiently. General Features of DC Fast Charging Station: Sustainable: By offering Setec DC fast charging stations, you can help promote sustainable transportation options and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

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Must Read 40+ Electric Vehicle Interview Questions & Answers

Get Electric Vehicle

By integrating EVs with renewable energy generation, such as solar or wind power, it becomes possible to reduce reliance on non-renewable energy sources and create a more sustainable transportation ecosystem. A petrol car has an efficiency of 28%. The charging efficiency is 98%.