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Uber offers discounted Kia EVs to drivers in Europe

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Uber is offering discounted Kia electric vehicles (EVs) to European drivers to reach zero-emission mobility in the EU by 2030. The ride-hailing service hopes the Kia EV discounts will encourage Uber drivers to upgrade to electric vehicles. The Kia tie-up includes electric vehicles like the e-Niro and the e-Soul.

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Emissions Analytics argues that current Pareto-efficient solution for decarbonization would be hybrids, not BEVs, based on do-no-harm

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Interpreting that for transport decarbonisation, we can say that a change of powertrain can be a Pareto improvement if it is possible to improve all relevant aspects without disadvantage to someone. The Kia was instrumented with a tailpipe Portable Emissions Measurement System (PEMS) and the Tesla with an equivalent mass.

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Hyundai Motor Group, Aramco and KAUST collaborate on new e-fuel for novel combustion system

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Building more efficient and less polluting transport systems is a critical contribution to the circular carbon economy approach to tackling climate change. Al-Khowaiter, Aramco’s Chief Technology Officer. The tests will be conducted by researchers in the Clean Combustion Research Center (CCRC) at KAUST.

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New California program to make clean cars affordable for lower-income residents

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The Cap-and-Trade program also creates a financial incentive for industries to invest in clean technologies and develop innovative ways to reduce pollution. To date, Beneficial State Foundation has already received more than 900 applications and awarded 24 grants for cars ranging from a 2018 Nissan Leaf to a 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid.

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NY state reports 5,750+ EV rebates in first year of Drive Clean Rebate program

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Kia Soul EV, which accounted for more than 8% of rebates. This $70-million electric car rebate and outreach initiative is aimed at encouraging the growth of clean and non-polluting electric car use in New York and promoting the reduction of carbon emissions in the transportation sector. Charge NY 2.0: The Drive Clean Rebate.

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Uber Green Launches in India: Revolutionizing Sustainable Mobility

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This initiative aims to provide environmentally friendly transportation solutions while reducing carbon emissions and promoting cleaner mobility options.    As one of the world’s largest markets, India’s adoption of UberGreen could have a transformative impact on the country’s transportation landscape.

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How Do EVs Compare To Gas Cars?

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Based on WLTP -measured data, newer EV models such as Hyundai Kona Electric ( 484 km ), Chevrolet Bolt EV ( 459 km ) and Kia e-Niro ( 455 km ) already offer similar ranges to an average fuel car. The short answer is yes, electrified transport really is ‘greener’ and paves the way for a more sustainable future.

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