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IHS: average age of vehicles on the road in US steady at 11.4 years; scrappage rate declining

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In addition, new vehicle registrations outpaced scrappage by more than 24% for the first time in a decade, according to the analysis. Total light vehicles in Operation (VIO) in the US reached a record level of more than 252,700,000—an increase of more than 3.7 million (1.5 percent) since last year.

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Polk forecasts global new vehicle auto sales to reach 77.7M in 2012, up 6.7%; expects China sales to grow 16% while US sales recovery slows

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The US market will experience single digit growth, primarily due to the relatively strong year for sales in 2011, and the effects of the weak economy that will continue to impact new vehicle demand through most of 2012. Polk expects light-duty vehicle sales in the US to grow at a moderate pace, with a 7.3% Source: Polk.

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Nikola Tre FCEV receives CARB ZEP Executive Order for HVIP eligibility; $240,000 base incentive per truck

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CARB’s ZEP Executive Order is a certificate of compliance with CARB regulations for zero-emission powertrains determined to meet specific emissions standards required for sale in California. Obtaining this certification is also a requirement for vehicles to qualify for HVIP.

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