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The Budget 2009 - working towards sustainable transport

Green Cars News

From April 2010 the new 13 bands will be further separated out to strengthen the environmental message and first-year rates of VED* will be introduced to further persuade new vehicle purchasers to choose lower emitting, more fuel efficient cars. From the second year of purchase onwards they will then pay the standard rate.

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Eco-Friendly Commuting: Discover the Best Indian Electric Scooters of 2024

Baua Electric

With rising fuel prices, electric scooters provide a cost-saving solution as they require less maintenance and no petrol or diesel. With increasing concerns about air pollution and a shift towards sustainable transportation, more and more people are turning to electric scooters as their preferred mode of commuting.

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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. . The ETS price impacts the price of petrol, which is an ownership cost.

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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. It provided subsidies for the purchase of electric vehicles and supported the deployment of electric buses and charging stations.

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

Setec Powerr

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. Convenient: Fast charging stations provide a level of convenience that traditional petrol stations simply can’t match.

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Drive Electric Submission Land Transport (Clean Car) Amendment Bill

Drive Electric

There needs to be a massive uptake in active and public transport, as well as the provision of Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS), changes to urban development, and the way we work. Affordable, convenient, safe and sustainable transport choices should be available for all New Zealanders. Less travel and mode shift are essential.

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