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Mayor of London massively expands scrappage scheme to all Londoners due to ULEZ expansion

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 7, 2023

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, announced a massive expansion of the scrappage scheme to every Londoner affected by the imminent ULEZ expansion , along with a number of other significant changes. In November 2022, Khan announced the expansion of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) ( earlier post ) London-wide ( earlier post ).

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Mayor of London expanding Ultra Low Emission Zone London-wide; new £110M scrappage scheme

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 26, 2022

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, will expand the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) ( earlier post ) London-wide. The expansion will come into effect on 29 August 2023 and will operate across all London boroughs up to the existing Low Emission Zone boundary for large and heavy vehicles. Source: Transport for London. Source TfL.

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London launches £110M scrappage scheme to prepare for expanded ULEZ

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, launched a £110-million (US$133-million) scrappage scheme to support Londoners on lower incomes, disabled Londoners, charities, sole traders and business with 10 or fewer employees to replace or retrofit their old, polluting vehicles in order to be ULEZ compliant. Earlier post.)

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Study finds deploying EVs isn’t enough—reaching emission goals requires early retirement of polluting trucks – Charged EVs

Baua Electric

JULY 17, 2024

However, even if such goals are met, large numbers of old, polluting vehicles will remain on the roads. A new study finds that ending sales of new fossil-burners won’t be sufficient for California to reach its goal of achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045.

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Hyundai scrappage scheme in UK offers up to £5,000 off price of new model

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 25, 2017

In the UK, Hyundai Motor has launched a gasoline and diesel scrappage and trade-in scheme that offers up to £5,000 (US$6,416) off the price of a new model and seeks to improve air quality across the UK by making it easier and more affordable to drive a new, lower emission car. i10 will also benefit from £1,500 saving.

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Mayor of London backs diesel car scrappage scheme; London ranked 9th best world city in new air quality study

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, has renewed calls for scrapping the most polluting diesel cars and giving drivers cash incentives to switch to cleaner vehicles as part of the evidence he gave to the Environmental Audit Committee today. They now feel very hacked off now they’re told they are more polluting.

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Mayor of London floats action plan to reduce city’s air pollution

Green Car Congress

JULY 7, 2016

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has outlined plans to crackdown on the most polluting vehicles, including an additional £10 (US$13) per day charge for the most polluting vehicles and an extended Ultra-Low Emission Zone. Introducing the central London Ultra-Low Emission Zone one year earlier in 2019.

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UK Scrappage Scheme Encouraging Shift to Smaller, Fuel-Efficient Cars

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 22, 2009

New cars bought through the UK’s scrappage incentive scheme , which began in May, emit on average 10.9% Scrappage buyers were also three times more likely than average to buy the smallest class of car—minis such as the Smart Fortwo—and a third more cars bought through the scheme were larger superminis such as the Hyundai i10.

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£23m van scrappage scheme announced ahead of Ultra Low Emission Zone introduction

Green Cars News

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, has announced a £23m scrappage scheme for the city’s most polluting vans ahead of the introduction of the permanent Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) on 8 April 2019.

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DEC and NYSERDA announce $24M in Volkswagen Settlement Funds to support electric transit buses in environmental justice communities

Green Car Congress

MARCH 21, 2020

DEC considers PEJAs to be communities of color or low-income communities that experience a disproportionate share of environmental harms such as vehicle emissions and pollution. The funds were secured to mitigate damages from the Volkswagen emissions cheating scandal through the federal settlement with Volkswagen.

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RAC calls for scrappage scheme for dirty old diesel cars

Green Cars News

JUNE 10, 2014

Ministers should consider a new scrappage scheme in the UK designed to take the oldest and most polluting diesel cars off the road, the RAC Foundation has said. While the latest generation diesel engines meet the new stringent Euro 6 emission standards, older diesels emit much higher levels of par[.].

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Volkswagen Group rolls out diesel swapping program throughout Germany

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 19, 2018

Environmental incentives for scrappage of Euro-1 to Euro-4 diesel vehicles of any make are again being offered by some of the Group’s brands throughout Germany. The environmental incentives are being offered brand-specific throughout Germany for scrappage of a Euro-1 to Euro-4 diesel vehicle. Independent studies (e.g.

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EPA selects 55 applicants to receive $3 billion in grant funding through Clean Ports Program – Charged EVs

Baua Electric

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

These grants are aimed at improving air quality by supporting the deployment of zero-emission equipment and associated infrastructure. Delivering cleaner technologies and resources to US ports will slash harmful air and climate pollution while protecting people who work in and live nearby port communities.”

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Plug’n Drive launches $1,000 incentive to scrap a gas car PLUS $1,000 towards a Used EV

Plug N Drive

JANUARY 23, 2020

This program is being offered to encourage drivers to make the switch to low carbon transportation and reduce air pollution. The Scrappage Incentive is in addition to the Used EV Incentive program that launched in April 2019, which provides $1,000 off the purchase of a used fully electric or plug-in hybrid electric car.

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Renewed push: Centre weighs dedicated fund to drive vehicle scrapping and new car sales – ET Auto

Baua Electric

JULY 22, 2024

The shift in strategy follows tepid response to a voluntary vehicle modernisation programme started three years ago to remove more than 10 million polluting cars, buses and trucks off the roads. So far, there is not much in the way of incentives or penalties for owners plying old polluting vehicles.

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Study: Cash-for-Clunkers Programs Should Use Fuel Economy Rather Than Age to Maximize GHG Reductions

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

A study by researchers at UC Davis suggests that a properly designed vehicle scrappage (i.e., Cash for Clunkers”) program could maximize greenhouse gas emissions savings by using fuel-economy based eligibility requirements rather than age-based requirements. Earlier post.). The one exception is the US CARS program.

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UK unveils new plan to cut NO2; sale of new conventional gasoline and diesel cars to end by 2040; focus on local action

Green Car Congress

JULY 26, 2017

Another element in the plan includes possible civil and criminal charges against manufacturers implementing emissions defeat devices, with fines of up to £50,000 (US$65,000) per instance. In 2018, the Government will publish a comprehensive Clean Air Strategy which will address other sources of air pollution. Click to enlarge.

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Study finds that replacement programs that reduce vehicle lifetime can result in increased lifecycle CO2 emissions

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FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Effects of changes in the average lifespan of ordinary passenger cars newly registered between 1990-2000 on total induced CO 2 emissions in 2000. Conversely, encouraging shortened vehicle lifetime via vehicle replacement schemes can result in higher total-induced greenhouse gas emissions, the authors found. Credit: ACS, Kagawa et al.

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Electric quadricycles not eligible for scrappage scheme

Green Cars News

MAY 15, 2009

The government’s new car scrappage scheme, which launches on Monday, 18 May, discriminates against some groups of motorists, and works against the government’s own plans to encourage the use of electric vehicles, says ultra-light vehicle manufacturer and importer Aixam Mega. Tags: Aixam Mega electric ev scrappage.

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Citroen confirms scrappage scheme

Green Cars News

APRIL 22, 2009

It didn’t take long for vehicle manufacturers to jump on the scrappage bandwagon in a bid to strike while the iron is hot. However, the French manufacturer was not just confirming its participation in the Government-led plans - instead it was issuing a reminder about a scrappage scheme of its own.

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Mercedes-Benz encourage customers to use scrappage scheme to purchase the world’s cleanest cabrio

Green Cars News

APRIL 24, 2009

Following Chancellor Darling’s recent announcement of a UK vehicle scrappage scheme, Mercedes-Benz UK has announced that the forthcoming smart fortwo cdi cabrio - with CO2 emissions of just 88 g/km - will be available to customers taking advantage of the scheme, including the full £2,000 saving. scrappage and www.thesmart.co.uk/scrappage.

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Scrappage scheme sees end to Jags, Mercs and even a Morris Minor

Green Cars News

MAY 21, 2009

The Government’s car scrappage scheme has got off to a flying start as the end of its first week draws to a close. According to Hyundai in the first week after the scrappage scheme was announced as part of the Budget report, enquiries at the company’s dealerships shot up by 400 per cent.

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ITF study finds limited environmental and safety impacts of car fleet renewal schemes in US, France and Germany

Green Car Congress

JULY 24, 2011

German Umweltprämie and the US Cars program—for the impact on CO 2 and NO x emissions of 2.8 While scrappage schemes have the potential to deliver on objectives such as reducing pollutant emissions, these have not done so as well. imperfectly aligned with fuel consumption or pollutant emissions.

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Disruptive tech, sustainability agenda driving India’s auto INC | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

MARCH 2, 2024

Out with the old, in with the new India’s target and determination to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2070 has given rise to a plethora of regulatory policies and mechanisms, which are meant for curbing pollution across all industries. And the automotive industry is no different.

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Drive Electric Submission Land Transport (Clean Car) Amendment Bill

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NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Given New Zealand’s reliance on personal light vehicles, accelerating the uptake of e-mobility is an essential part of reducing emissions from transport. We support tying our homologation standards to Europe because it has the most robust and stringent emissions standards. Principle . There are 3.5

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New Prius to be huge hit in UK

Green Cars News

AUGUST 6, 2009

The hybrid car, dubbed the car of the stars because of its popularity among Hollywood celebrities, has attracted a huge order book with almost 10 per cent of its orders made through the UK’s scrappage scheme.

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US cash for clunkers scheme ends

Green Cars News

AUGUST 21, 2009

The US car scrappage scheme know as the ‘cash for clunkers’ plan will end next week after the funds ran out. At the same time, we’ve been able to take old, polluting cars off the road and help consumers purchase fuel efficient vehicles.”. Tags: Green credentials car scrappage Cars cash for clunkers.

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Resounding success or a piece of scrap? The Green Piece

Green Cars News

JUNE 26, 2009

Since the introduction of Britain’s vehicle scrappage scheme, everything appears rosy for the country’s automotive industry once more. Environmentalists have dubbed the vehicle scrappage scheme “a bailout masquerading as a green initiative” and have slammed the Government for failing to tie the initiative to green cars. Money talks.

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Can the UK lead the green car charge? The Green Piece

Green Cars News

JULY 28, 2009

Having already adjusted its road tax system to penalise the heaviest polluters and introduced congestion charges; the Government created a vehicle scrappage scheme earlier this year meant to help more motorists make green choices while boosting the automotive sector. Now it seems that its efforts have been rewarded.

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Is a green tax blitz justified? The Green Piece

Green Cars News

NOVEMBER 10, 2009

So would these tax hikes linked to the amount we pollute be justified? According to the think-tank, the blitz is essential for the UK to meet its target of cutting greenhouse gas emissions by around a third in that time. We take a look…. Is a green tax blitz justified?

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Mayor of London massively expands scrappage scheme to all Londoners due to ULEZ expansion

Mayor of London expanding Ultra Low Emission Zone London-wide; new £110M scrappage scheme

London launches £110M scrappage scheme to prepare for expanded ULEZ

Study finds deploying EVs isn’t enough—reaching emission goals requires early retirement of polluting trucks – Charged EVs

Hyundai scrappage scheme in UK offers up to £5,000 off price of new model

Mayor of London backs diesel car scrappage scheme; London ranked 9th best world city in new air quality study

Mayor of London floats action plan to reduce city’s air pollution

UK Scrappage Scheme Encouraging Shift to Smaller, Fuel-Efficient Cars

£23m van scrappage scheme announced ahead of Ultra Low Emission Zone introduction

DEC and NYSERDA announce $24M in Volkswagen Settlement Funds to support electric transit buses in environmental justice communities

RAC calls for scrappage scheme for dirty old diesel cars

Volkswagen Group rolls out diesel swapping program throughout Germany

EPA selects 55 applicants to receive $3 billion in grant funding through Clean Ports Program – Charged EVs

Plug’n Drive launches $1,000 incentive to scrap a gas car PLUS $1,000 towards a Used EV

Renewed push: Centre weighs dedicated fund to drive vehicle scrapping and new car sales – ET Auto

Study: Cash-for-Clunkers Programs Should Use Fuel Economy Rather Than Age to Maximize GHG Reductions

UK unveils new plan to cut NO2; sale of new conventional gasoline and diesel cars to end by 2040; focus on local action

Study finds that replacement programs that reduce vehicle lifetime can result in increased lifecycle CO2 emissions

Electric quadricycles not eligible for scrappage scheme

Citroen confirms scrappage scheme

Mercedes-Benz encourage customers to use scrappage scheme to purchase the world’s cleanest cabrio

Scrappage scheme sees end to Jags, Mercs and even a Morris Minor

ITF study finds limited environmental and safety impacts of car fleet renewal schemes in US, France and Germany

Disruptive tech, sustainability agenda driving India’s auto INC | Autocar Professional

Drive Electric Submission Land Transport (Clean Car) Amendment Bill

New Prius to be huge hit in UK

US cash for clunkers scheme ends

Resounding success or a piece of scrap? The Green Piece

Can the UK lead the green car charge? The Green Piece

Is a green tax blitz justified? The Green Piece

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