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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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The European Parliament’s Committees on industry (ITRE) and transport (TRAN) will vote on the European Commission’s proposal for future car and van CO 2 targets on 10 July. The study found that of the roughly 100,000 charging points available today, 76% are concentrated in just four countries (the Netherlands, Germany, France and the UK).

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Renewable-methanol fueled Geely cars in fleet testing in Iceland; 70% reduction in WTW CO2 compared to gasoline

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Among drivers testing the vehicles were CRI staff and members of the Icelandic Automobile Association as well as several local service providers in the auto industry. Methanol which is produced with CRI’s method is one of the most environmentally friendly liquid fuels available today. —Ómar Sigurbjörnsson.

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Nissan Leaf – Taking Reservations

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The Leaf is just the first of several all-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles about to come on the market. The only all-electric “highway-capable&# vehicle available today is the $109,000 Tesla Roadster. The Leaf is just the first of several all-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles about to come on the market.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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The PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle), a subset of the electric car, combines a primary electric motor with a much smaller back-up engine fueled with a hydrocarbon/biofuel mix. (In Andrew Frank is a significant industry dignitary credited as being the “Inventor” (or “Father”) of the modern day Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle.

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Ford enters 2 new European research collaborations for innovation in mobility and autonomous vehicles

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Without question, we are embarking on one of the most transformative eras in the history of the auto industry—and in the history of Ford. This project is about tapping into the best thinking from other industries and sectors to deliver new mobility solutions. This can be a threat or an opportunity. UK Autodrive.

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