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ACEA map: Affordability of electric cars, correlation between market uptake and GDP in the EU

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The market uptake of electrically-chargeable vehicles (ECVs) is directly correlated to a country’s GDP per capita, showing that affordability is a major barrier to consumers. Across the EU, 3.0% of all new cars registered in 2019 were electrically-chargeable (ECVs). and Italy 0.9%). Germany – 3.0% (GDP of €41,510). ECVs (GDP of €26,440).

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Cepsa to invest €3B in Andalusia to build the largest green hydrogen hub in Europe; additional €2B for renewable power

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Cepsa—the Spain-based multinational oil and gas company—will invest more than €3 billion to establish the Andalusian Green Hydrogen Valley, creating the largest green hydrogen hub in Europe in southern Spain. It also expects Spain to become a net exporter of renewable hydrogen.

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ACEA study finds cost still strong deterrent for EV uptake across Europe; calls for “realistic” targets recognizing affordability

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A new study by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) finds that the affordability of electric cars remains a strong deterrent for customers across the EU, along with lack of infrastructure and lack of investment in infrastructure. and Spain 0.6%). —Erik Jonnaert, ACEA Secretary General. —ACEA report.

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We'll Finally See Kia's Most Affordable EV Yet In Two Weeks

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The Kia EV2 Concept will join the production version of the EV4 sedan and PV5 van at an event in Spain.

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Stellantis invests in affordable sodium-ion battery technology

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Stellantis’ investment in Tiamat supports its goal to provide customers with clean, safe, and affordable mobility worldwide. Stellantis & CATL battery factory in Europe expected to land in Spain The traditional OEM is experimenting with different battery technologies as it transitions to BEV sales.

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Zipcar to expand Zipvan cargo van service across North America

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The Zipvan service makes it easy to use cargo vans more frequently, so shopping trips involving large items, apartment moving or deliveries by business users are more convenient, efficient and affordable. Zipvan started in London and today accounts for more than 10% of Zipcar’s UK operation.

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Worldwatch Institute study expects number of countries running high-speed rail nearly to double by 2014

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By 2014, high-speed trains will be operating in nearly 24 countries, including China, France, Italy, Japan, Spain, and the United States, up from 14 countries today. Two-thirds of this fleet is found in just five countries: France, China, Japan, Germany, and Spain. By 2014, the global fleet is expected to total more than 3,700 units.

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