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What the Electrification Action Plan Means for Transport

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T&E’s in-depth review of the EU Commission’s Electrification Action Plan Electrification is the clearest way to cut energy demand, increase Europe’s competitiveness and lower energy prices. The European Commission’ electrification plan puts direct electrification of transport and other sectors front and centre. Increasing EV sales — cars, vans, buses and … [continued]

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The EU Must Reset The Narrative On Vehicle Electrification, Says Broad Coalition Of Industry Groups And Civil Society

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In a letter to EU leaders, the group says that rather than lowering ambition, Europe must focus on accelerating electrification. To: Heads of State or Government of the European Union, Dear Heads of State or Government of the European Union, We, a broad coalition representing non-governmental organizations, think tanks, energy … [continued]

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France Gets Electrification Right, But 2030 Is Doing A Lot Of Work

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France has announced a national electrification push that is directionally correct in a way that a lot of energy policy still is not. It is not treating electrification as a side dish to climate policy, a consumer rebate program, or a decorative set of EV chargers beside the real business … [continued]

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France 2025 EVs at 26.7% Share — Renault 5 Best Seller

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December’s auto market saw plugin EVs at 34.4% share in France, up from 23.5% year on year. Full year 2025 saw EVs at 26.7% share, up slightly from 25.4% YoY, and let down by shrinking PHEV share. Overall December auto volume was 172,927 units, down some 6% YoY. Full year … [continued]

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European Investment Bank Gives Green Light to €3bn for Clean Transition

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European Investment Bank approves ETS2 Frontloading Facility The European Investment Bank (EIB) board has approved a €3bn Frontloading Facility which provides revenues to countries to spend on preparing citizens for higher fuel costs, once the EU’s carbon price on heating and fuel (ETS2) kicks in. A further €3bn could be … [continued]

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