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Stellantis expands renewable energy generation and storage across European plants
On June 5, Stellantis announced that it is expanding renewable energy and storage across its European factories.
Stellantis’ European manufacturing sites now source 68% of their electricity from decarbonized energy. The company aims for on-site self-consumption to account for 31% of energy used across its European pl
Maruti Suzuki, India expands Biogas capacity at Kharkhoda and Manesar
On June 5, Maruti Suzuki (MSIL) announced two biogas projects with a combined investment of INR 1.5 billion. A new 10 TPD biogas plant will be set up at its Kharkhoda facility and commissioned within FY 2027 (ending March); at full capacity, it will meet approximately 20% of the facility's total gas requirement and m
Ireland announces funding for ICE2EV scheme to promote electric mobility
On June 3, the Minister of Transport of Ireland announced a new limited scheme called the ICE2EV Scheme. It will launch on July 1, 2026, and be administered by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI). It is a targeted measure to reduce emissions by removing ICE vehicles aged over 13 years from Ireland’s pr
Maruti Suzuki, India launches Flex-Fuel Wagon R
On June 4, Maruti Suzuki launched India's first flex-fuel car, the Wagon R FFV, capable of running on any ethanol-petrol blend from E20 to E85 (homologated) and compatible up to E100 (as per IS17821:2022). The launch took place in New Delhi in the presence of the Road Transport Minister and the Petroleum Minister of
Toyota Georgetown Plant wins U.S. DOE efficiency award for updates
On June 3, Toyota announced that efforts to reduce energy used in its operations at its Georgetown Plant in Kentucky were acknowledged with a 2026 Better Project Award from the U.S. Department of Energy Better Buildings & Plants Initiative.
With an innovative redesign, the Toyota Kentucky Production Engineering team
Government of India approves INR 95.85 billion scheme to replace old trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR
On June 3, the Union Cabinet approved a two-year scheme with a total outlay of INR 95.85 billion, out of which INR 50.41 billion is from the Centre and an estimated INR 16.01 billion in state tax concessions to replace BS-IV and older trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR with BS-VI or EV alternatives. The scheme, funded thr
European Commission implements new rules to harmonize transport emissions measurement
On June 1, the European Commission announced that it has introduced the first EU-wide standardised methodology for calculating greenhouse-gas emissions from freight and passenger transport. The CountEmissionsEU framework establishes a single, science-based methodology aligned with an international standard (EN ISO 14
Vianode, Norway, and cylib, Germany, partner on recycled graphite for next-generation batteries
On June 2, Vianode and cylib signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore opportunities to integrate graphite concentrate recovered and produced through cylib's proprietary OLiC (Optimized Lithium and Graphite Recovery) technology into Vianode's anode production.
Vianode will develop and test formulations i
Renault Group sets new climate targets with net zero goal by 2050
On May 29, Renault Group announced that it has renewed climate targets, with updated short- and long-term goals, which were approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Under its “futuREady” plan, Renault will launch 16 new electric models, cut energy use in production by 25% by 2030, and source 30% of ma
Green NCAP reveals sustainability scores for VW Passat, MINI Cooper E, Jeep Avenger EV and BMW 5 Series across Europe
On May 28, Green NCAP tested popular cars across a few countries in Europe. These are part of nearly 200 models rated with a simple sustainability score. The ratings are based on a full life cycle analysis (LCA), covering everything from raw materials and production to use and disposal. It also measures emissions and
Spanish startup LIUX to launch production of natural fiber car bodies
On May 23, LIUX announced that it has opened a facility in Alicante, Spain, for the development and production of natural fiber car bodies for the automotive industry. The plant supports a new manufacturing approach designed to reduce vehicle weight, emissions, and production costs.
LIUX is building lighter, more eff
U.S. EPA proposes to delay Biden-era Tier 4 vehicle emission standards
On May 14, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin proposed a deregulatory action to delay the compliance deadlines for Biden-era emission standards for light-and medium-duty vehicles for two years until model year (MY) 2029 following the shift away from electric vehicles (EVs).
The announ
California announces new USD 1 billion rebate program for electric trucks
On May 13, California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that California has launched the California Clean Fuel Reward (CCFR) rebate program to boost sales of electric medium‑ and heavy‑duty trucks, funded by money from the state’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard program which is financed by credits purchased by producers that do
Pak Suzuki commissions biogas plant and solar facility at Karachi plant in Pakistan
On May 15, Pak Suzuki Motor Company commissioned a biogas plant with a capacity of 100 cubic metres per day and a solar power generation facility with an output capacity of 920 kW at its Karachi manufacturing plant.
The biogas plant, spread across 360 sq. meters, uses Napier grass and cafeteria waste as feedstock. T
Borouge, Austria, introduces recycled polypropylene compound for automotive applications
On May 5, Borouge International announced the global launch of Borcycle GE2331SY, a new high-performance, recycled polypropylene (PP) compound designed for demanding structural automotive components. The glass-fiber reinforced compound combines 40% post-consumer recycled material with 20% glass fibers to deliver the
Mercedes-Benz reduces carbon emissions by 21% in production of all-new GLB electric SUV
On May 13, Mercedes-Benz announced that its all-new electric GLB sets a new standard for sustainable production, supported by a 360° Environmental Check and carbon-dioxide reduced supply chain. The company has already reduced carbon emissions in production by about 21% through close supplier collaboration, use of ren
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