by Rowan Atkinson (The Guardian) … Electric vehicles may be a bit soulless, but they’re wonderful mechanisms: fast, quiet and, until recently, very cheap to run. But increasingly, I feel
Tag "internal combustion engine/gasoline engine ban"
by Peter Holderith (The Drive) … The extremely stringent Euro 7 emissions regulations could be blocked in the European Union after it was announced Monday that eight countries signed a letter
by Geoff Coopper (Renewable Fuels Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) The reintroduction of the Next Generation Fuels Act in both the House and Senate gives liquid fuels the opportunity to increase fuel
by Robert N. “Bob” Charette (IEEE Spectrum) … Two years ago, I began investigating the veracity of claims surrounding the transition to EVs at scale. The result is a 12-part
by Allen Schaeffer (Diesel Technology Forum) The California Air Resources Board (CARB) adopted another far-reaching regulation that dictates what kind of trucks and fuels can be used in California in the
by Sophie Austin (AP/Washington Post) New big rigs and buses that run on diesel would not be sold in California starting in 2036, according to new rules approved by state
The CLEAN Car Rule, also KNOWN as the Advanced CLEAN Cars II (ACC II) rule or program, is a regulation in California that sets standards for reducing greenhouse gas emissions
by Jon Miltimore (Foundation for Economic Education) In March, Maryland Governor Wes Moore unveiled a plan to ban the sale of gas-powered vehicles. He called the move “a major step in
by Nick Landekic (Boston Globe) According to retired biotechnology CEO Nick Landekic, the uncomfortable reality is that EVs alone will not help the planet much if the electricity is coming
(Associated Press) State and local governments in Wisconsin would not be allowed to ban gas-powered vehicles, snow blowers, lawnmowers and other machines under a pair of bills up for a
(ETIP) ETIP Bioenergy WG3 – Distribution & End-use. — The webinar was intended to debate about the ways and means to increase the decarbonization of gasoline in the context of the EU car pool,
(U.K. Department for Transport, The Rt Hon Jesse Norman MP, The Rt Hon Mark Harper MP, and Baroness Vere of Norbiton) Measures announced to increase use of electric vehicles, as
by Robin Whitlock (Renewable Energy Magazine) ePURE, the European renewable ethanol association, is arguing that EU policymakers should take into account the significant GHG-reduction score of EU renewable ethanol, 77
(Renewable Fuels Association) As the Biden administration and Congress consider taking action to allow continued sales of lower-cost E15 this summer, a new poll shows overwhelming support among voters for ensuring
(Redazione ANSA) Energy Minister says Italy committed to meeting energy neutrality goals — It is “unreasonable” for Europe not to include biofuels in a deal to allow the sale of vehicles
(Bioenergy International) The discussion about banning internal combustion engines (ICEs) is in full swing at national- and European levels. Critics of the use of sustainable biofuels from cultivated biomass for transportation
by Zack Budryk (The Hill) Maryland will become the latest state to adopt the clean-car rules that originated in California, phasing out new gas-powered car sales by 2035, Gov. Wes Moore
by Thomas Catenacci , Houston Keene (Fox News) A group of House Republicans introduced legislation Wednesday that would restrict California’s ability to ban traditional gas-powered cars as part of the state’s electric vehicle
By Geoff Cooper (Renewable Fuels Association/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Americans strongly support expanded use of lower-cost, lower-carbon renewable fuels like ethanol, want greater access to higher ethanol blends, and strongly oppose
(ePURE) Europeans continue to buy mostly cars that run on petrol, highlighting the importance of EU policies that promote the use of renewable ethanol as the most effect way to reduce
(SursaZilei.RO) Germany and Italy threatened to block an European Union plan that would have effectively banned new combustion-engine vehicles after 2035 unless the bloc’s executive comes up with a promised proposal to exempt cars that use
(Diesel Technology Forum/Globe Newswire) New survey results highlight American opinions on strategies to mitigate climate change and the best approaches when it comes to fuels and technologies. “Addressing climate change is
(Reuters) Italy stepped up its opposition on Thursday to European plans to outlaw the sale of new petrol and diesel cars in 12 years, with the transport minister calling a rapid
by Michelle Lewis (electrek) All new cars sold in New Jersey will have to be zero emissions from 2035, Governor Phil Murphy (D-NJ) announced yesterday. As Electrek previously reported, New Jersey’s Department of
by Kate Abnett (Reuters) The European Parliament on Tuesday formally approved a law to effectively ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars in the European Union from 2035, aiming
(Renewable Fuels Association) A new survey of registered voters shows robust support for ethanol and the Renewable Fuel Standard, while also revealing significant opposition to policies that ban liquid fuels or
by David Carpintero (ePURE/Ethanol Producer Magazine) … As policymakers hammer out the final details of the so-called Fit for 55 package of climate and energy legislation, there is at least
by David Steves (OPB) New cars sold in Oregon and Washington will have to be emissions-free starting in 2035. The rules adopted Monday by both states will mean an end to
(Associated Press) Policymakers for the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality on Monday approved a rule that prohibits the sale of new gasoline-powered passenger vehicles in Oregon by 2035. The effort comes
by David Carpintero (Ethanol Producer Magazine) … As policymakers hammer out the final details of the so-called Fit for 55 package of climate and energy legislation, there is at least
by Wes Venteicher (PoliticoPro) … Fossil fuel companies face an existential threat in California as the state shifts to a carbon neutral future: Lawmakers have set a deadline to ban the sale
by John Stossel (New York Post) … To make sure we have no choice in the matter, some left-leaning states have moved to ban gas-powered cars altogether. California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an
“This (the Biden Administration’s EPA and DOT regulatory efforts to mandate transition to electric vehicles) completely inverts the statutory system, transforming it into a tool for forcing electrification rather than
(Diesel Technology Forum) The Diesel Technology Forum (DTF) issued the following statement with regards to the California Air Resources Board’s consideration of the so-called Advanced Clean Fleets rule (ACF), which would
(Associated Press) European Union lawmakers and member countries reached a deal to ban the sale of new gasoline and diesel cars and vans by 2035. The deal EU negotiators sealed Thursday night
by Todd Neeley (DTN Progressive Farmer) Agriculture, fuel interests and several states see EPA’s March 2022 decision to reinstate California’s legal authority to implement a zero-emissions vehicle sales mandate and greenhouse
by Allen Schaeffer (Diesel Technology Forum) Later this week the California Air Resources Board (CARB) will consider a controversial rule that if enacted, will require trucking fleets in California to purchase
(Growth Energy) Growth Energy recently submitted comments to the Washington Department of Ecology and Oregon Department of Environmental Quality in response to the states’ proposals to follow California’s Advanced Clean Cars
by Kishan Karunakaran (Buyofuel/Financial Express) The Indian government is supporting swift transformation of conventional, fossil fuel-based transportation to electric vehicles with policy support, schemes like FAME, financing options and subsidies.
Troy Baltic, Eric Hannon, Patrick Lahaie, Alexander Pfeiffer and Michael Robichaud (Mckinsey and Co.) … Traditionally, three decarbonization approaches compete to address downstream Scope 3 emissions—those produced when consumers use a
by Pat Dooris, David Mann (KGW8) In just over a decade, all new cars sold in Oregon and Washington will be electric vehicles (EVs) — that’s the plan at least.
by Katie Schroeder (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The California Air Resources Board is working on its latest scoping plan, which could potentially intensify Low Carbon Fuel Standard targets and boost ethanol
by David Shepardson (Reuters) General Motors Co said on Tuesday it backed establishing tougher federal emissions standards to help ensure at least 50% of new vehicles sold by 2030 are zero-emission.
by Ronn Blitzer (FOXBusiness) The Florida senator warned that imposing a mandate before the necesssary scientific advancements exists will result in ‘ridiculous outcomes’ — Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., dismissed California’s
by John Bleasby (Daily Commercial News) … When projected over 10 years between 2022 and 2032, it found considerable advantages with advanced diesel technology, particularly when using renewable biofuels, as compared
by Bob Larson (Ag Information Network/Washington State Farm Bureau Report) … The same week California announced it will end the sale of new liquid-fueled vehicles in 2035, a heat wave
by Cindy Zimmerman (AgWired) Ethanol was in the spotlight at the Farm Progress Show in Iowa this week and the Renewable Fuels Association was there to promote the high octane benefits of the fuel and
by Cindy Zimmerman (Energy.AgWired.Com) Ethanol was in the spotlight at the Farm Progress Show in Iowa this week and the Renewable Fuels Association was there to promote the high octane benefits of the fuel
(RFD TV) Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley recently fielded questions from reporters this week regarding ethanol production in the U.S. as the current administration pushes for more electric vehicles. He calls
by Kathleen Ronayne (Associated Press) California is poised to set a 2035 deadline for all new cars, trucks and SUVs sold in the state to be powered by electricity or hydrogen,
by David Carpintero (ePURE/Ethanol Producer Magazine) Crop-based biofuels such as renewable ethanol are by far the main renewable energy source in EU transport. Restricting the contribution of such biofuels to
by Anne C. Mulkern (E&E News/Politico Pro) … Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker (R) last week signed legislation banning sales of new gasoline-fueled vehicles in state after 2035. California, New York
by Aitor Hernandez-Morales (Politico Pro) … On August 16, a new mobility plan goes into effect in the city’s so-called Pentagon with the goal of slashing transport emissions, reducing traffic and improving residents’
by Ryan Heath (Politico’s The Long Game) But we also believe that there is a future for internal combustion. And so we are not decreasing our efforts when it comes to
by Royce Kurmelovs (The Guardian) Electric vehicle advocates and auto industry say Australia needs nationally mandated fuel efficiency standards — The federal government is under pressure to act to increase the
by Sean Goulding Carroll (EURACTIV.com) As the pending combustion engine ban sets the clock ticking on the lucrative fuels market for passenger vehicles, the biofuels industry is aiming to bolster its
byLinda Poon (Bloomberg) The small but growing Safe Cities movement is looking to LA to help stop the construction of new gas stations across North America. — … Cities in
by Jim Holder (AutoCar) … Today his (Gill Pratt’s) job titles at Toyota include chief scientist, executive fellow for research and
by Samuel Petrequin (Associated Press) Germany’s transport minister said Thursday that he opposes plans to ban the sale of new cars
(European Parliament) 85% of aviation fuel should be sustainable by 2050; Leave space for electricity and hydrogen to be part
(Biofuels Central) In a landmark decision on 31 May, the EU agreed to end most Russian oil imports by the end
by Peter Holderith (The Drive) The three largest economies in the European Union are showing strong opposition to the ambitious
(NGVA Europe/NGV Journal) On June 8, the European Parliament plenary voted on the CO₂ emission performance standards for cars and vans
by Kate Abnett (Reuters) Lawmakers on the European Parliament’s environment committee on Tuesday backed an EU plan to effectively ban new
(NACS) Regulators “should encourage innovation to meet environmental performance goals,” NACS says. — NACS on May 13 filed a petition in
by Gaynor Hartnell (Renewable Transport Fuel Association) Presenters pre-recorded their presentations in advance of today’s (April 28, 2022) Commercial Vehicle
by Anne C. Mulkern (E&E News Climatewire) California is expected this week to take a significant step toward its goal of
by Minyvonne Burke (NBC News) The bill says that all vehicles of the model year 2030 or later that are
by Felix Reeves (Express) MORE investment is needed into biofuels to help lower emissions despite petrol and diesel vehicles being
by Sean Goulding Carroll (EURACTIV.com) Under the ReFuelEU Aviation proposal, the percentage of SAF that must be mixed with kerosene
by Felix Reeves (Express) Esperts are urging the Government to consider using sustainable fuels in petrol and diesel cars in
by Megan Lampinen (Automotive World) Allen Schaeffer suggests the delivery segment should be looking at the broader carbon footprint factor
by María Paula Rubiano A. (Grist) New Jersey joins California, Oregon, and Washington in setting ambitious goals to electrify trucks
by David Shepardson (Reuters) The Biden administration on Tuesday finalized a reversal of a rule issued under then-U.S. President Donald Trump
(Bioenergy Insight) CNG Fuels has opened Scotland’s first public access biomethane refuelling station, in response to growing demand from major
by Bob Stanton (Government Fleet) … To paraphrase Mark Twain, “The presumptions of the death of the ICE are greatly
by Keith Reid (Fuels Market News) LEADING FUELS-FOCUSED GROUPS SEE ALTERNATIVE FUELS AS KEY PLAYERS IN A NET-ZERO ENVIRONMENT. …
by Tik Root (Washington Post) … The International Energy Association (IEA) reports that transport emissions are still increasing and account for roughly
by Brad Plumer and Hiroko Tabuchi (Wall Street Journal) Ford, G.M. and Mercedes agreed to work toward selling only zero-emissions vehicles
by Larry Lee (Brownfield Ag News) A recent report by RaboResearch says the European Union might need more traditional biofuels to
(Green Car Congress) The decarbonization of EU road transportation will increasingly impact the demand for fossil and biofuel, especially after 2030.
by Toby Walne (Daily Mail) Using used cooking oil to fuel cars and lorries is very much part of the
by Laura Sanicola (Reuters) California’s biofuel projects are important for the state to achieve its decarbonization goals despite “tremendous pushback” in
(Biofuels International) The name ‘Fit for 55’ may have many people scratching their heads – is it an exercise programme,
by Neil Winton (Forbes) As politicians declare their love for clean electric cars and fall over themselves to be the
by Ronan Glon (AutoBlog) He argues banning the engine is not the solution — Toyota boss Akio Toyoda is one of the
by Erin Voegele (Ethanol Producer Magazine) The Iowa Renewable Fuels Association on Aug. 27 issued open letters to Sens. Bernie Sanders,
by Matthew Choi (Politico’s Morning Energy) New York is one step closer to eliminating the sale of gasoline-fueled cars by
(CNG Fuels/NGV Journal) CNG Fuels announced the opening of a new natural gas refueling station for heavy trucks in Newark, Nottinghamshire,
by Dan Morgan (The Globalist) Right now, electric cars have the momentum and the “inevitability” narrative on their side. Is
by Nick Carey and Christoph Steitz (Reuters/Business Day) -Commission proposes 55% cut in CO2 emissions from cars by 2030; -Proposals
(NGVA Europe/NGV Journal) Together with a coalition of EU associations from the energy and transport sectors, NGVA Europe has sent an open
by Aria Alamalhodaei (TechCrunch) Bosch executives on Thursday criticized proposed EU regulations that would ban the internal combustion engine by
by Oliver Milman (The Guardian) Joe Biden’s administration, seeking deep cuts to planet-heating emissions, is facing pressure to take a previously
by Hope Yen and Tom Krisher (Associated Press) A top Senate Democrat is urging U.S. anti-pollution standards that would follow a
by Rick Karlin (Times Union) Would essentially ban traditional gas powered vehicles in just over a decade — The state Senate
(NACS) The target is 2030, and the plan hinges on adoption of a vehicle-miles-traveled tax. — Last week, Washington state lawmakers
by Matthew Choi (Politico’s Morning Energy) The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit in New York has sided
by Sebastian Blanco (Car and Driver) While not targeting gas-powered cars for extinction, the plan intends to bring electric cars
(Clean Fuels Development Coalition) The Clean Fuels Development Coalition called the pending revision of the nation’s fuel economy rules one of
(CBS News) A Northern California city is believed to be the first in the country to ban all new gas stations
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) … U.K.’s government announced it is going one step further by banning the sale of
(Office of Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR)) The Zero-Emission Vehicles Act of 2020 will position U.S. to lead global auto industry
(Our Daily Planet) Yesterday, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that the state will phase out sales of all gasoline-powered vehicles by
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Few countries blend ethanol beyond 10% right now but are targets moving? What about biodiesel targets,
(Trucking Info) … As part of Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration’s attempt to combat climate change, California has banned the purchase
GOP Lawmakers Push Back against Electric-Vehicle Mandate Public Comment DEADLINE April 26, 2023
by Randall Chase (Associated Press/Washington Post) Republican lawmakers are proposing legislation to block state officials from eliminating the sale of new gasoline-powered vehicles in Delaware. GOP lawmakers said Thursday (April 6,