Author(s)

A. Smith & H. Davies

Abstract

With CARB's proposals for the introduction of ZEV's in California fast approaching, and no significant steps forward in terms of the battery technology necessary to make this reality, do the politicians, public, pressure groups and manufacturers need to re-address the aims and methods for reducing the environmental impact of transport systems. This paper will review the trends in transport and the effects of this on harmful emissions, it will then go on to discuss the issue of who is responsible for the current direction of emission reduction for road vehicles, whether or not this approach has been successful, and who should take the responsibility for any further plans. The authors feel that the current legislative focus on vehicle emission reduction is not enough on its own and that

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