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UK auto industry warns anti-diesel agenda and slow uptake of EVs could mean missing 2021 CO2 targets; rising CO2 average in 2017

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The UK automotive industry warned that the current anti-diesel agenda combined with the ongoing slow take-up of electric vehicles could mean industry misses its next round of CO 2 targets in 2021, with negative consequences for the UK’s own climate change goals. of the UK’s 2.5 in 2017 to 119,821 units.

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China publishes plan to boost fuel-efficient and new energy vehicles and domestic auto industry; targeting 500K PHEVs and EVs in 2015, rising to 2M by 2020

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China’s State Council has published a plan to develop the domestic energy-saving and new energy vehicle industry, which includes battery-electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid vehicles and fuel cell vehicles. 2012 Chinese Auto Industry Development Report. L/100km (40 mpg US) or less.

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How Self-Driving Cars Will Accelerate Electric Vehicle Adoption

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And while hybrid technology has taken off, drivers have been hesitant to accept fully battery-powered tech for a variety of reasons, including a lack of charging stations. But things are looking up for electric. Plus, battery costs are rapidly decreasing and the public is warming up to the idea of electric cars.

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Winning over the next wave of EV buyers brings fresh challenges

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The Globe and Mail – Electric vehicles sped past a major milestone last year as one in 10 new-vehicle buyers opted for battery power, but the road ahead presents new obstacles for both policy-makers and the auto industry.

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Electric Cars Experience “Breakthrough Moment” Led by Tesla, According to New York Times

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The auto industry is poised for some big changes in 2022. Boudette at The New York Times, “Battery-powered cars are having a breakthrough moment. … Their arrival represents the biggest upheaval in the auto industry since Henry Ford introduced the Model T in 1908.”

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Volkswagen to invest up to USD 5 bn in EV maker Rivian as part of tech joint venture – ET Auto

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electric-vehicle maker Rivian as part of a new, equally controlled joint venture to share EV architecture and software, the companies said on Tuesday. German automaker Volkswagen Group will invest up to USD 5 billion in U.S.

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Freudenberg invests in fuel cell and battery technologies

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Freudenberg Sealing Technologies, one of the world’s leading specialists in sealing technologies for the auto industry, has strengthened its position in the energy and electric mobility sectors with an acquisition and a strategic investment. Accordingly, the company has dual product development paths guiding its efforts.

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