#GhostFlights from #UK running at 500 a month, data reveals | Airline #emissions | The Guardian
This is crazy but it’s also because of the ridiculous #Laws regarding retention of #Landing #Slots for #airlines.
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Daimler and VW Saying Auf Wiedersehn To Internal Combustion Engines, But Not BMW
Germany is a nation that prides itself on having the world’s best mechanical engineers, which is one reason why German automakers have a reputation for building superb internal combustion engines, both gasoline and diesel. But in an interview with Auto Motor und Sport, Markus Schaefer, the head of research and development for the Mercedes-Benz division of Daimler, say his company currently has no plans to develop next-generation internal combustion engines Instead, it is shifting its focus to the development of electric powertrains and batteries. Shaefer did indicate his company could still develop parts to improve the performance of existing engines. It is likely those latest engines will remain in production for 10 years or more.
Michael Jost, chief strategist for Volkswagen, says “In the year 2026 will be the last product start on a combustion engine platform.” That likely means Volkswagen will be producing cars with internal combustion engines until 2036 or later. https://squeet.me/objects/962c3e108c6dbcf9ea047c9e3ec3445934ef6e1f
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