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Clean car crowing ignores stark reality: Kiwis are still buying oodles of new gas guzzlers, David Williams writes
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Clean car crowing ignores stark reality
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Clean car crowing ignores stark reality: Kiwis are still buying oodles of new gas guzzlers, David Williams writes
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Clean car crowing ignores stark reality
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Climate scientist Dr Jim Salinger named New Zealander of the Year: Climate scientist Dr Jim Salinger has been named as the Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Te ...
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Climate scientist Dr Jim Salinger named New Zealander of the Year
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Volvo makes its last diesel car and puts it in a museum: Swedish automaker Volvo has rolled out its last diesel engine vehicle, after a 45-year relationship with ...
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Volvo makes its last diesel car and puts it in a museum
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Fisker in trouble: search for a partner failed, future uncertain: The electric car maker Fisker needs money and was looking for a large car manufacturer that ...
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Fisker in trouble: search for a partner failed, future uncertain
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Nobody Told EV Owners How Quickly They Burn Through Tires: Adoption appears to be leapfrogging education as new owners are frustrated to learn that powerful ...
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Nobody Told EV Owners How Quickly They Burn Through Tires
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Melting polar ice is changing the Earth's rotation and affecting how we measure time: Study
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Melting polar ice is changing the Earth's rotation and affecting how we ...
Quick Glance: Earth Spinning Faster: Time Could Lose a Second
  • A faster spinning Earth could cause the world to lose a second, changing the future.

  • Melting ice at the poles has delayed the Earth's faster rotation.

  • The study discusses the transition from atomic to astronomical time and technological challenges with leap seconds.

  • Despite difficulties with leap seconds, changes in time management are planned from the 2030s onwards.
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How Northvolt wants to stand up to China with its Gigafactory: One of the most modern factories for electric car batteries is being built on the German North Sea ...
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How Northvolt wants to stand up to China with its Gigafactory
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Auto advice: Are electric cars cheaper to fuel than a petrol or diesel car?: Our motoring editor answers your questions on the total cost of ownership for ...
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Auto advice: Are electric cars cheaper to fuel than a petrol or diesel ...
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Audi boss Döllner is convinced: “The future of cars is clearly electric!”: Electromobility is in crisis in Germany after funding was withdrawn. However ...
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Audi boss Döllner is convinced: “The future of cars is clearly electric!”
Quick Glance: Audi CEO Convincing: Future of Cars Electric
  • Despite a downturn in electric mobility in Germany, Audi remains committed to its electric offensive.

  • Audi CEO Döllner emphasizes the clear electric future of cars and plans to phase out conventional drives by 2033.

  • Mercedes adjusts its plans in light of declining sales of electric cars and extends production of combustion engine models.

  • Many electric car start-ups fail as establishing new brands proves to be challenging.
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Rod Oram remembered as 'brave', 'sharp' and a 'true gentleman': A "true gentleman", a top business journalist and a tireless advocate for climate action are some ...
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Rod Oram remembered as 'brave', 'sharp' and a 'true gentleman'
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Tech giant reveals nice price for new EV to take on Tesla: Tesla already has its work cut out in China competing with auto behemoth BYD, but a new player ...
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Tech giant reveals nice price for new EV to take on Tesla
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Podcast: “ams explains” (66): The 1x1 of the charging infrastructure: The government wants 1 million charging points - We already have 10 percent ...
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Podcast: “ams explains” (66): The 1x1 of the charging infrastructure
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US judge strikes down Biden highway climate rule for states: A U.S. judge in Texas struck down a climate rule adopted by the Biden administration requiring ...
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US judge strikes down Biden highway climate rule for states
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25 new electric buses coming to Somerset under £14.7m investment: It will significantly cut carbon emissions across the county
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25 new electric buses coming to Somerset under £14.7m investment
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BYD’s new EV, starting at less than $10,000, is stoking fear across the industry: Leading EV maker BYD shook the industry after unveiling the new Seagull ...
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BYD’s new EV, starting at less than $10,000, is stoking fear across the ...
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"Earth Hour" worldwide: Lights out for the climate: With "Earth Hour" on Saturday, people around the world set an example for more climate protection. In Germany ...
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Electromobility: Why the electric car hype is only just beginning - Golem.de: In recent weeks, one could get the impression that the electric car has already ...
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Electromobility: Why the electric car hype is only just beginning - Golem ...
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VW ID.3 GTX: The GTI among the electric cars: With the ID.3 GTX, VW is bringing the performance version of the compact electric car. It even comes in two ...
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VW ID.3 GTX: The GTI among the electric cars
Quick Glance: Volkswagen: Challenges and Issues for VW
  • Volkswagen describes the 2023 balance sheet as robust, indicating room for improvement.

  • Profitability is increasing, yet remains below target. Cost-cutting measures are planned.

  • Weak demand for electric cars impacts profitability and poses challenges.

  • Expectations are set on new electric models, software division, and the Chinese market.
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Bribe size doubles as Interior named most corrupt ministry: New report paints grim picture of a nation where there are no free government services.
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Bribe size doubles as Interior named most corrupt ministry
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Scientists fear planetary shift as record ocean heat enters second year: Scientists say the ocean heat could represent a major change to Earth systems that ...
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Scientists fear planetary shift as record ocean heat enters second year
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What would a city that housed the entire population of the world look like?: Australian architect and multimedia artist Liam Young presents a visionary scheme ...
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What would a city that housed the entire population of the world look ...
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Half of Irish drivers willing to make the move to electric or hybrid car, survey shows
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Half of Irish drivers willing to make the move to electric or hybrid car ...
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Climate diesel HVO 100 - can my car tolerate the fuel?: From April, it will be possible to fill up with the new HVO climate diesel - as a CO2-reduced alternative ...
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Climate diesel HVO 100 - can my car tolerate the fuel?
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Snake Steak Could Be a Climate-Friendly Source of Protein: Pythons turn their food into meat pretty efficiently, a study finds, making them an intriguing ...
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Snake Steak Could Be a Climate-Friendly Source of Protein
Quick Glance: Python Meat as an Eco-Friendly Protein Source
  • Researchers explore the efficiency of python meat production as a potential alternative to environmentally damaging cows.

  • Pythons can convert food into meat very efficiently, making them an intriguing option compared to environmentally harmful cows.

  • Pythons could be a solution for protein supply in a growing global population, although further studies on environmental impact and nutritional content are necessary.

  • The acceptance of python meat as a food source, especially in Western cultures, remains uncertain, despite being customary in certain parts of the world.
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Mercedes is also building new diesel engines: While Volkswagen remains on the electric course and hopes for further tax subsidies, companies such as BMW, Skoda ...
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Mercedes is also building new diesel engines
Quick Glance: Mercedes Develops Diesel and Hybrid Engines
  • Mercedes focuses on customer preferences, developing diesel and hybrid engines to comply with EU7 standards.

  • Despite preparing for the phase-out of combustion engines by 2035, Mercedes plans to continue offering petrol, diesel, and hybrid drives.

  • Mercedes aims to streamline model naming, introducing electric versions under the MB.EA platform while continuing to produce petrol and diesel versions under existing names.

  • The introduction of climate-friendly HVO diesel is supported by the German Federal Ministry of Transport, providing greener options at the pump but at a higher cost.
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BYD Seagull - the cheapest electric car in the world is a declaration of war: Build Your Dreams offers the Seagull small electric car for under 9,000 euros ...
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BYD Seagull - the cheapest electric car in the world is a declaration of ...
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UN weather agency issues 'red alert' on climate change after record heat, ice-melt increases in 2023
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UN weather agency issues 'red alert' on climate change after record heat ...
Quick Glance: UN Issues Climate Change Warning After Record Heat and Ice Melt
  • The UN weather agency is raising the alarm about climate change, warning that global efforts to reverse the trend have been inadequate.

  • The 1.5-degree limit of the Paris Climate Agreement is at risk as the average temperature from March 2023 to February 2024 exceeded this threshold.

  • In 2023, over 90% of ocean waters experienced heat wave conditions at least once, glaciers lost record amounts of ice, and Antarctic sea ice reached its lowest level.

  • Despite the alarming news, there is a glimmer of hope as renewable energy capacity has significantly increased, and calls for more climate action are growing.
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Chevron owns this city's news site. Many stories aren't told: Chevron operates a major refinery in Richmond, Calif. It also owns the city's dominant news site ...
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Chevron owns this city's news site. Many stories aren't told
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I sold my electric car and went back to a diesel – I’d had enough: Drivers are finding there are plenty of reasons for stalling on electric cars ...
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I sold my electric car and went back to a diesel – I’d had enough
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"Earth Hour": How big is the desire for climate protection?: One hour of lights out for the climate - today is "Earth Hour". Many people around the world are ...
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Quick Glance: Climate Protection and Democracy: Earth Hour 2024
  • Famous landmarks worldwide will turn off their lights for an hour during Earth Hour on Saturday evening.

  • WWF calls for support for climate protection, respect, and democracy.

  • Perceptions of climate protection measures often differ from actual support levels.

  • Experts caution against a distorted perception of climate change that can discourage people from taking action.
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New Tesla Roadster will have SpaceX technology, Elon Musk says: The long-awaited second-generation Tesla Roadster will come out of a collaboration with SpaceX.
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New Tesla Roadster will have SpaceX technology, Elon Musk says
Quick Glance: Elon Musk's Directive to Implement Full Self-Driving Beta in Every New Tesla Delivery
  • Elon Musk has instructed Tesla employees to install and demonstrate Full Self-Driving Beta for all customers receiving a delivery in North America.

  • Tesla is committed to enhancing the system continuously, aiming to eliminate the need for driver attention and achieve true autonomous driving.

  • In a move to increase customer acceptance, Elon Musk directed Tesla employees this morning to install the FSD Beta software on all newly delivered vehicles and provide brief test drives to the new buyers.

  • Requiring a test drive with each new delivery is expected to significantly increase the workload at Tesla stores and delivery centers, a requirement Musk emphasizes as crucial.
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Ferrari's First EV Will Not Be Silent: The legendary Italian marque's EV will come with "sound signatures" mean to "stir emotions" when it arrives in late 2025.
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Ferrari's First EV Will Not Be Silent
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China to challenge Biden’s electric vehicle plans at the WTO: China filed a World Trade Organization complaint against the U.S. on Tuesday over what it says are ...
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China to challenge Biden’s electric vehicle plans at the WTO
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Government wants flying taxis to take off in 2 years: A plan for new flying vehicles and drones includes hopes for the first flying taxi to take off in 2026.
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Government wants flying taxis to take off in 2 years
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Homeowners in these U.S. cities face the greatest threat from climate change: Images of neighborhoods devastated by natural disasters have become commonplace in ...
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Homeowners in these U.S. cities face the greatest threat from climate ...
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Plymouth getting 50 new buses to make journeys better: Bus passengers across Plymouth will enjoy cleaner, more reliable and more comfortable journeys thanks to ...
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Plymouth getting 50 new buses to make journeys better
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Campaign looks to connect Latinos with Climate Action Plan funds: A new campaign is underway to help Hispanics in battleground states access federal climate ...
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Campaign looks to connect Latinos with Climate Action Plan funds
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23 new electric buses to join the Salisbury Reds fleet: Salisbury Reds and Wiltshire Council have been successful in their bid for funding that will see a new ...
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23 new electric buses to join the Salisbury Reds fleet
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Chorley Council to install five 'living roof' bus shelters: Five ‘living roof’ bus shelters will be introduced across Chorley to boost the borough’s biodiversity ...
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Chorley Council to install five 'living roof' bus shelters
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Scientists explore complex pattern of tipping points in the Atlantic's current system
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Scientists explore complex pattern of tipping points in the Atlantic's ...
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Tesla Model Y as a commercial vehicle: Tesla France turns the Model Y into a van: Tesla France shows a Model Y converted into a commercial vehicle ...
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Tesla Model Y as a commercial vehicle: Tesla France turns the Model Y into ...
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Environmental Defense Fund will oppose Trump's candidacy as it aims to spend $20M before election
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Environmental Defense Fund will oppose Trump's candidacy as it aims to ...
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‘Climate of fear’: UN accuses Russia of abuses in occupied Ukraine: In its first in-depth report on the situation in occupied Ukraine, UN says it found evidence ...
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‘Climate of fear’: UN accuses Russia of abuses in occupied Ukraine
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This Batmobile-like Rimac Nevera electric car hits 256 mph — and costs $2.5M: With a top speed of 256 mph, the Rimac Nevera is headed from its birthplace in ...
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This Batmobile-like Rimac Nevera electric car hits 256 mph — and costs $2 ...
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Northern leaders call for Avanti West Coast train service to be nationalised: Transport for the North is calling on the Government to end Avanti's contract and ...
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Northern leaders call for Avanti West Coast train service to be ...
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Lufthansa Group marks one year of ‘Green Fares’ sustainability initiative: Lufthansa Group marks one year of its ‘Green Fares’ sustainability initiative with ...
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Lufthansa Group marks one year of ‘Green Fares’ sustainability initiative
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A coal billionaire is building the world’s biggest clean energy plant and it’s five times the size of Paris
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A coal billionaire is building the world’s biggest clean energy plant and ...
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Federal Constitutional Court: Five important decisions in 2024: Football, voting rights and again and again the AfD: On which important questions the Federal ...
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Federal Constitutional Court: Five important decisions in 2024
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Car auctions are full of used EV bargains – but should you take the plunge?: Prices for second-hand electric cars are on the floor, so there are savings to be ...
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Car auctions are full of used EV bargains – but should you take the ...
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How a Trump presidency could threaten Biden’s signature climate achievement: Democrats’ sweeping Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has fueled significant progress in ...
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How a Trump presidency could threaten Biden’s signature climate ...
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New Reading West station building is open today: A modern new station building will open at Reading West Railway Station on Tuesday 19 March.
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New Reading West station building is open today
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Who survives climate change: If the Earth's climate changes, many species will become extinct. But certain characteristics actually make organisms more robust - ...
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Who survives climate change
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The Essex commuter town set to get 55 fully electric buses: They are expected to arrive in 2025
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The Essex commuter town set to get 55 fully electric buses
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Speculation Avanti is days away from being nationalised – we asked the Department for Transport for the truth
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Speculation Avanti is days away from being nationalised – we asked the ...
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Major UK airport set to scrap 100ml liquid rule this summer: Birmingham City Aiport is set to become one of the first major airports to scrap the 100ml rule from ...
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Major UK airport set to scrap 100ml liquid rule this summer
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Renault wants to charge £7,500 to fix my Zoe electric car: The charger was the only fault, but it would cost more than the car was worth to replace
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Renault wants to charge £7,500 to fix my Zoe electric car
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China-based Canadian stole Tesla secrets, say US prosecutors: A Canadian resident of China has been arrested in the United States for allegedly stealing electric ...
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China-based Canadian stole Tesla secrets, say US prosecutors
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Tesla May Be Blacklisting Cybertruck Flippers: If you try to flip your Tesla Cybertruck for a quick profit during the first year of ownership the EV maker may ...
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Tesla May Be Blacklisting Cybertruck Flippers
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2025 Porsche Taycan Turbo GT With Weissach Package Beats Tesla Model S Plaid’s Laguna Seca Lap Record
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2025 Porsche Taycan Turbo GT With Weissach Package Beats Tesla Model S ...
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Electronic waste has grown to record levels. Here’s why that’s a huge problem: The growth of global e-waste is far outpacing recycling efforts ...
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Electronic waste has grown to record levels. Here’s why that’s a huge ...
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Councils could be stopped from making profits out of traffic fines: Analysis by the RAC found that a fifth of the 100 most profitable yellow box junctions are ...
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Councils could be stopped from making profits out of traffic fines
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"Last generation" wants to block sidewalks and streets in Berlin on Saturday: "Last generation" wants to block sidewalks and streets in Berlin on Saturday
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Quick Glance: Climate Activists of the Last Generation Change Protest Strategy
  • The 'Last Generation' introduces new, less radical forms of protest aimed at broader participation in resistance.

  • The group addresses a statement to Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, emphasizing the urgency of action.

  • Activists plan 'Disobedient Assemblies' as a new form of protest and intend to run for the EU Parliament.

  • Discussions on the climate crisis and reaching tipping points are central to the 'Last Generation's' strategy.