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Notes on the Revision of the EU Regulation for Setting CO₂ Emission Standards for New Passenger Cars and for New Light Commercial Vehicles (Regulation (EU) 2019/631)
2021
Author(s): Agora Verkehrswende
With this paper, Agora Verkehrswende takes a position on the planned revision of the CO 2 fleet limit values for new cars and light commercial vehicles in the European Union. Agora Verkehrswende recommends in particular
An Overview of Parameter and Cost for Battery Electric Vehicles
2021
Author(s): König A, Nicoletti L, Schröder D, Wolff S, Waclaw A, Lienkamp M
The launch of both battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and autonomous vehicles (AVs) on the global market has triggered ongoing radical changes in the automotive sector. The aim of this paper is to provide an overview of the cost structure of BEVs and AVs, as well as to define the technical parameters that are important.
In India, the electrification of the transportation sector is considered a vital strategy to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and air pollution. Therefore, the central and state governments have introduced policies, financial schemes, guidelines, and standards to accelerate the uptake of electric vehicles (EV).
A Green Logistics Solution for Last-Mile Deliveries Considering E-Vans and E-Cargo Bikes
2021
Author(s): Caggiani L, Colovic A, Prencipe LP, Ottomanelli M
Every day, city logistics faces environmental challenges in promoting and sustaining a cleaner transportation environment that prioritises emissions, traffic noise, and congestion reduction.
Factors Influencing Consumer Acceptance of Vehicle-to-Grid by Electric Vehicle Drivers in the Netherlands
2021
Author(s): van Heuveln K, Ghotge R, Annema JA, van Bergen E, van Wee B, Pesch U
The study takes a qualitative approach in order to provide insight into actual EV users’ perceptions of V2G technology and their underlying motivation to accept or not accept V2G.
This book provides a detailed design methodology for electric drivetrain and energy storage systems in EV applications.
Automated Driving and Energy Consumption: How can Digital Change be used for the Transport Transition?
2021
Author(s): Agora Verkehrswende
In the debate about automation towards driverless cars, ethical, safety-related and legal issues have so far been in the foreground. The impact on the traffic turnaround and thus on the climate and the environment, on the other hand, has remained a subordinate issue.
On the Electrification Path: Europe’s Progress Towards Clean Transportation
2021
Author(s): Wappelhorst S
This policy paper has been developed as part of the EAFO 2.0 contract for the European Commission. It highlights the current uptake of electric passenger cars – battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) – and the rollout of the relevant public recharging infrastructure network.
Market Monitor: European Passenger Car Registrations, January 2021
2021
Author(s): Mock P, Tietge U, Wappelhorst S, Bieker G, Dornoff J
In January 2021, new passenger car registrations were 29% lower. The decrease was strongest for Hyundai (-37%) and lowest for BMW (-18%). The total share of electric vehicles was 14%, split between 6% battery-electric and 8% plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.
Urban Freight/Light Vehicles
2021
Author(s): The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)
This infographic provides snapshot of electrifying small commercial vehicles (SCVs).



