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Stellantis & CATL battery factory in Europe expected to land in Spain

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Stellantis and CATL’s battery factory in Europe may be located in Spain. Stellantis to release $27,000 battery electric vehicle in 2024 According to Stellantis’ Global Head of Purchasing and Supply Chain, Maxime Picat, the two companies still need a few months to finalize their joint venture.

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bp and thyssenkrupp Steel to advance the decarbonization of steel production; low-carbon hydrogen and renewable power

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The companies will explore supply options for both blue and green hydrogen, as well as power from wind and solar generation through the use of power purchase agreements. It is essential for the automotive and construction industries and for the manufacturing of industrial machinery. Steel accounts for 8 to 11% of global CO 2 emissions.

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Motor vehicle taxation brings in €440.4B for governments in major European markets

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New data shows that motor vehicles generate more than €440 billion in taxation per year for national governments in the major EU markets plus the UK, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) reports. However, just 13 member states offer purchase incentives, such as bonus payments or premiums, to buyers of electric cars.

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GM Ventures invests in solar power developer Sunlogics; signs for installation of solar charging canopies, power purchase agreement

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GM also signed commercial agreements with Sunlogics for the installation of solar charging canopies at Chevrolet dealerships and GM facilities, as well as a power purchase agreement to install large-scale solar arrays at GM facilities and purchase the energy produced by these arrays.

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Ipsos global study finds vehicle owners continue to show interest in self-driving technology despite COVID-19

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Among vehicle owners, the decrease in vehicle purchase intention in June is not as significant as early reports have indicated for the US. Ipsos sees refusal to let the pandemic affect vehicle purchase plans as a second key reason. The main reason for continued vehicle demand is the personal safety and protection a vehicle can provide.

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Think Receives Pan-European Homologation Certificate for TH!NK EV; MOU for 550 Units to Spain

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Think signed an MOU for 550 units for Spain. This harmonization will result in reduced costs and lead-times for the manufacturer, importers and consumers. NK city EVs, five of the vehicles will be delivered to Spain this summer for a demonstration program. Click to enlarge. Ahead of the delivery of the 550 TH!NK

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Irizar lands contracts for 15 12m electric buses in Madrid, 4 18m artic electric buses in Barcelona

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With this purchase, the Barcelona-based company is tackling the first phase of transforming the H16 line to a 100% electric, zero emissions route. Valencia has purchased its first unit while Bilbao has purchased two more 12-meter long buses, all of which must be delivered before the end of this year.

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