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Cars: Confindustria and EPP call for technological neutrality and alternative fuels
Narrative Analysis: Testimonial
At the event ‘The Future of Mobility in Europe: Balancing Decarbonisation, Competitiveness and European Industrial Excellence’, discussions centred on how to strike a balance between industrial competition and the energy transition. Salini (FI): “What happened at Volkswagen shows just how damaging forced transitions can be.”
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Eunews
· Jun 26, 2026
The 27 Member States remain divided over zero-emission cars
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Costa Rica’s Ethanol Gasoline Plan Faces New Delay
Costa Rica’s plan to begin selling gasoline mixed with ethanol is still moving forward, but drivers may have to wait longer than expected before seeing the new fuel at service stations. The Ministry of Environment and Energy(MINAE), still intends to mix gasoline super with 10 ethanol as part of a broader effort to reduce vehicle [] The post Costa Rica’s Ethanol Gasoline Plan Faces New Delay appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.
OneIndia
· Jul 10, 2026
Why E20 Petrol Costs More Than Expected: Centre Clears the Air
Amid the Ethanol row in the nation, the Central government has once again explained why E20 petrol that contains 20 ethanol and 80 petrol, is not cheaper than regular petrol despite using renewable fuel. Many people believe that
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· Jul 7, 2026
Europe's Push For Sustainable Aviation Fuels Needs More Than Mandates
Europe's Push For Sustainable Aviation Fuels Needs More Than Mandates
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· Jul 10, 2026
Ethanol-blended petrol FAQs: Government answers key questions on price, performance, mileage and safety
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Bloomberg
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Why Krugman Thinks We Need Chinese Auto Tariffs
As the United States, Canada, and Mexico prepare to renegotiate the USMCA trade deal, one industry sits squarely at the center of the debate: automobiles. Companies like Linamar depend on highly integrated supply chains that send components across borders multiple times before a vehicle is completed. Nobel laureate Paul Krugman argues that competition from China demands some trade barriers, while Council on Foreign Relations expert Shannon O’Neil says the region’s manufacturing strength depends on cross-border production. Supporters of the agreement warn that uncertainty poses the biggest risk to investment, jobs, and the future of a trade relationship that supports over a trillion dollars in annual commerce. (Source: Bloomberg)
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