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do not discuss the merits of the program in terms of stimulus. While the program is an expensive way to reduce greenhouse gases, it is certainly possible that the stimulus benefits outweigh the added environmental costs. a consultancy, noting that fading interest suggests current car sales are borrowed from the future.
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FCCC initiated our all-electric project well before stimulus money and federal grants were available for alternative-power transportation projects. Jonathan Randall, sales and marketing director at FCCC.
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—Jonathan Randall, director of sales and marketing for FCCC. The all-electric chassis also was initiated before stimulus money and federal grants were available for alternative-fuel transportation projects. The new design was engineered to allow for improved aerodynamics without giving up the functionality of the vehicle.
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I think removing those penalties removes any stimulus for legacy auto makers to improve CO2 emissions, he said. In issuing last months sales figures it noted: “The Australian automotive industry has long advocated for an ambitious and achievable emissions standard. 2024 Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive. 2024 Polestar 3.
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