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Continental and US-based conglomerate 3M have partnered to evaluate ways to improve road infrastructure and related technologies.

The current backlash against diesel, also known as 'de-dieselisation', has resulted in consumers regarding Euro 6 engines, that meet all the latest emission requirements, being considered as bad for air quality as a Euro II diesel. Additionally, some cities have introduced legislation to place restrictions on the use of diesel vehicles, while others are planning outright bans for diesel vehicles in the future, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company.

The Trump administration in the US is reportedly considering more negotiations with the EU rather than imposing new tariffs on car imports next month according to a report in the Financial Times.

EVgo says it has increased its California public fast-charging network by 40% from year-end, 2018. 

The mayor of London has launched an up to GBP2,000 scrappage allowance for non-ULEZ compliant vehicles though it only applies to owners of non-compliant vehicles who also claim benefits.

FCA is to construct a new EUR50m (US$56m) battery assembly complex in Turin as part of its e-mobility strategy.

News 23 Oct, 2019

Low income or disabled drivers living in London can now claim £2,000 when they scrap a car that doesn’t meet ULEZ standards

News 23 Oct, 2019

German tuning company Alpina has unveiled its new B3 saloon at this year’s Tokyo Motor Show, with fresh styling and more power

Renault says it is to add hydrogen fuel capability to extend the use of its electric light commercial vehicles (LCVs). The addition of a hydrogen fuel cell powered range extender makes the van more suitable for operators who do high mileage journeys and would value the additional range it allows. 

News 23 Oct, 2019

Updated Subaru Levorg estate set to hit Japanese market late next year, with worldwide launch due soon after

BYD is to supply 55 pure electric, 100% emissions-free eBuses for Norway's government-owned national rail and bus transport provider, Vy Buss.

PSA has reported third-quarter Group revenue up 1% to EUR15.6bn (US$17.3bn), with Automotive Division revenue rising 0.1% to EUR11.8bn.

News 23 Oct, 2019

Japanese manufacturer Daihatsu has released a raft of concepts at its home motor show this year, based on the theme of “gathering”

News 23 Oct, 2019

Nissan is keen to replace the current 370Z with a new Z-car performance model