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EU Automotive Makers are Faced with Challenge in Bid of Electrification
The European carmakers are fighting a war against time as they have waited until the last minute to try to meet ambitious EU emissions targets and would face billions in fines if they fail to comply. EU Norms From 2021, phased in from 2020, the EU fleet-wide average emission target for new cars will be 95 ..
Topics: ACEA agreement • Climate change policy • Emission standards • Fuel economy in automobiles • Natural environment • Nature
London becomes first city to implement 24×7 pollution charge zone
London became the first city in the world to implement a Ultra Low Emission Zone for 24×7 hours a week, inside which vehicles will have to meet tough emissions standards or get charged. This zone aims to reduce toxic air pollution and protect public health. Motorists who drive into the zone in a vehicle that ..
Topics: Atmosphere of Earth • Electronic toll collection • Emission standards • Environmental protection • London congestion charge • London low emission zone • Low-emission zone • Motoring taxation in the United Kingdom • Natural environment • Pollution • Transportation planning