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“Energiewende” in a tank; Audi e-fuels targeting carbon-neutral driving with synthetic fuels from renewables, H2O and CO2; Swiss policy test case

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In June 2013, Audi commissioned a power-to-gas facility in the north German town of Werlte, thus becoming the first automobile manufacturer to develop a chain of sustainable energy sources. As a 100% drop-in fuel, isooctane can be used in any blending ratio with all standard fuels for gasoline motors. Earlier post.) Earlier post.).

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California, 4 automakers reach framework agreement on GHG standards; slight FE weakening, no upstream emissions calculations

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The agreement slightly weakens the current standards by decreasing the original fuel economy increases year-over-year and moves the current 2025 requirement to 2026, resulting in slightly less aggressive year-over-year reductions. That is, changing the original year-over-year 4.7% GHG reduction over four years to 3.7% over five years.).

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Audi TechDay e-mobility, Part 2: systems and components

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The German Automobile Industry Association is working together with automotive manufacturers on uniform cell standards, Audi said. Audi distinguishes between standard charging, contactless charging and quick charging. Standard charging by cable is the most obvious option.

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Gas War: 25 States Sue EPA Over Updated Emissions Regulations

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.& If those claims sound familiar, it’s effectively what the Trump administration said when it attempted to roll back Obama-era emission requirements and revoke the California fueling waiver that basically allowed the state to position itself as the de facto federal standard — something we’ve covered several times in the past.

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