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"New ship hull modifications to slash fuel use"
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New ship hull modifications to slash fuel use
Researchers at MIT have demonstrated that wedge-shaped vortex generators attached to a ship's hull can reduce drag by up to 7.5%, which reduces overall ship emissions and fuel expenses. The paper, "Net Drag Reduction in High Block Coefficient Ships and Vehicles Using Vortex Generators," was presented at the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers 2025 Maritime Convention in Norfolk, Virginia.

"Royal Mail launches new fleet of electric HGVs"
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"Where rubber meets the road: Old tires are key to building tougher roads"
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Where rubber meets the road: Old tires are key to building tougher roads
Almost half of the Northern Territory's worn-out tires end up in landfills—with the rest exported interstate for recycling—but a study led by Charles Darwin University (CDU) is repurposing the discarded rubber to build stronger, sustainable roads that meet the NT's unique needs.

"Study finds EVs quickly overcome their energy-intensive build to be cleaner than gas cars"
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Study finds EVs quickly overcome their energy-intensive build to be cleaner than gas cars
Making electric vehicles and their batteries is a dirty process that uses a lot of energy. But a new study says that EVs quickly make up for that with less overall emissions through two years of use than a gas-powered vehicle.

"The policy change that could put more EVs on the road"
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The policy change that could put more EVs on the road
In many states, carmakers are prohibited from selling directly to consumers. Cutting out the middleman could help speed EV adoption.

"Toyota developing two-seater electric vehicle with solar roof"
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Toyota developing two-seater electric vehicle with solar roof
Toyota Manufacturing UK says it is leading a consortium to investigate the feasibility of a lightweight micro-mobility electric vehicle with a PV roof, digital connectivity, and sustainable components.

"Mercedes unveils car with 20% efficient ultra-thin solar coating’"
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Mercedes unveils car with 20% efficient ultra-thin solar coating
Mercedes-Benz unveiled its first car prototype with a silicon-free, 20%-efficient nanoparticle solar coating that powers the vehicle even when off and uses modules thinner than a human hair.

The market share of new battery electric #vehicles in #Canada has fallen from 13.9% in Q4 2024 to 5.4% in Q2 2025.
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"Traffic Light Climate Impact Has Easy Fix to Cut Emissions 22%"
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Traffic Light Climate Impact Has Easy Fix to Cut Emissions 22% | Happy Eco News
Research shows traffic light climate impact accounts for 15% of U.S. transport emissions. MIT’s eco-driving simulations suggest smartphone-guided traffic smoothing could cut emissions 11–22%. The approach adapts to adoption levels and complements EVs and hybrids, offering a fast, scalable solution for cleaner mobility at intersections nationwide.

"New Mercedes-Benz Is First-Ever Car With A Vegan-Certified Interior"
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New Mercedes-Benz Is First-Ever Car With A Vegan-Certified Interior
The new electric Mercedes-Benz is the first car to offer vegan-certified interior fittings in partnership with The Vegan Society

"Reduced car commuting is linked to residential environment, health status and health behaviors"
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Reduced car commuting is linked to residential environment, health status and health behaviors
A recently published Finnish study shows that residential environments, health status and health behaviors are associated with reduced car commuting. However, these factors explained only a small proportion of the overall modal shift toward active and sustainable commuting over a two-year follow-up.

"Carmakers chose to cheat to sell cars rather than comply with emissions law, ‘dieselgate’ trial told"
#Cars #Vehicles #Emissions

"MEPs vote for report pushing auto sector to recycle of end-of-use parts "
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MEPs vote for report pushing auto sector to recycle of end-of-use parts 
New law incentivises more sustainable design, recycling, and reuse of car parts while reducing waste and raw material dependency. #EuropeNews

"Chicago-area mayors push ahead on EVs despite federal pullback"
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Chicago-area mayors push ahead on EVs despite federal pullback
Trump funding cuts scrambled the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus' plans to deploy chargers, but the group is redoubling other efforts to boost EV adoption.

"Similarities between recharging and refuelling make the switch to electric cars an easier choice"
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Similarities between recharging and refuelling make the switch to electric cars an easier choice
It’s not only the appearance of petrol stations and fuel pumps that has been imitated. The basic principles of charging and refuelling are very similar.

"‘Little lungs are paying’: 1.6m claimants head to high court as carmakers finally face punishment for Dieselgate"
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"Tire Recycling Innovations Turn Waste Into Effective Highway Noise Solutions"
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Tire Recycling Innovations Turn Waste Into Effective Highway Noise Solutions | Happy Eco News
Tire recycling innovations by Czech company mmcité+ transform waste into highway noise barriers. The 'Noba' project reduces traffic noise by 10 decibels, lasts longer than concrete alternatives, costs less over time, and involves communities in design while keeping millions of tires from polluting landfills and waterways.

"Plug-in hybrids pollute almost as much as petrol cars, report finds"
#Cars #Vehicles #Environment #Pollution

"Vehicle-integrated photovoltaics for biofuel-powered transport trucks"
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Vehicle-integrated photovoltaics for biofuel-powered transport trucks
DHL Freight Sweden and Denmark-based Green Energy Group announced a one year nationwide pilot in Sweden to test the use of vehicle integrated PV with a fleet of biofuel-powered transport trucks.

"Unreliable public charging stations deter many potential electric vehicle buyers"
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Unreliable public charging stations deter many potential electric vehicle buyers
Public electric vehicle charging stations in America have a bad reputation. They're notorious for breaking down, charging at a snail's pace, refusing customer payment and leaving drivers stranded without juice.

"EVs account for more than half of new UK car registrations in September"
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