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Ignorance of how EVs work is holding back uptake, says survey

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A new survey conducted by YouGov has showed that belief in EV myths is holding back adoption, with most petrol car drivers scoring just a 2/10 in a quiz about how electric cars work. Out of the petrol drivers surveyed, a majority of them, 57%, were only able to answer 2 out of 10 questions correctly, and 90% got less than half correct.

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Debunking Mr Bean’s electric tropes: EVs are far better for the planet than ICE vehicles

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Experts have debunked Rowan Atkinson's recent article claiming you should keep your old polluting petrol car rather than upgrade to an EV. The Mr Bean actor also thinks hydrogen and synthetic fuels are the future.

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IAC urges automakers towards Auto LPG for lower emissions and costs – ET Auto

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Gupta highlighted that Auto LPG, described as a ‘Net Zero Hero,’ generates 20% less CO2 than petrol and 60% less than diesel. Gupta highlighted that Auto LPG, described as a ‘Net Zero Hero,’ generates 20% less CO2 than petrol and 60% less than diesel.

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How EVs Are Helping Humanity & Saving Lives?

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EVS: How They Are Helping Us In developed countries like the US, transportation is the main cause of climate pollution. Air pollution from cars running on petrol and diesel contributes to early mortality, cancer, bronchitis and asthma. Engines that run on petrol or diesel are one of the main sources of PM2.5

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Transport dept to offer incentives to those who scrap overage vehicles in Delhi – ET Auto

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The department has plans for offer discounts on motor vehicle tax ranging from 10 to 20% to customers, who have opted for scrapping their overage vehicle and are purchasing a new one. Officials said this will encourage people to get their vehicle scrapped and will also go a long way in curbing pollution in Delhi.

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Car more than 15 years old? State govts announce discounts for scrapping; 5 things to know about how to scrap an old car – ET Auto

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Then you should know that 21 states and union territories (UTs) are offering up to 25% discount on personal vehicle price or road tax for customers who scrap their old vehicles and buy a new one, stated a Times of India news report. After 15 years, the vehicle pollutes the environment more than any new vehicle.In

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Vehicle scrappage policy to reduce cost of EVs says  Nitin Gadkari 

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It will also help to phase out unfit and polluting vehicles. He said that in the near future, electric vehicles will be cheaper than petrol and diesel ones. Also, read related article: Under car scrappage scheme UK to give 6000 pounds to car owners. Vehicle scrappage policy.

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