BMW Announces Markets for BMW ActiveE Field Trial
Sep 23, 2010
BMW Announces Markets for BMW ActiveE Field Trial PR Newswire WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Sept. 23 WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Sept. 23 -- Later today at Opportunity Green in Los Angeles, BMW will announce the markets which will participate in the BMW ActiveE field trial when it begins in summer 2011. The New York metro market and ... Continue reading
Hybrid Fleet Vehicle Sales to Surpass 740,000 Units per Year in 2015, According to Pike Research
Sep 17, 2010
BOULDER, Colo.--Commercial and government fleet managers are looking to a variety of technologies to protect their budgets from increasing fuel costs and, at the same time, meet emissions-reduction targets.Ã Fleet operators are increasingly finding that hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) can help accomplish both goals ... Continue reading
Collaboration Critical to the Success of Electric Vehicle Industry
Sep 15, 2010
Regional differences apparent in market drivers MONTREAL, Sept. 15 -- Collaboration is critical if the global electric vehicles industry is to fulfill its potential, according to participants of Ernst & Young's 'Ignition Sessions' - a global series of executive roundtables attended by key stakeholders from across the e ... Continue reading
Lexus CT 200h The Class Leader On Low Emissions
Sep 13, 2010
Low emissions, but no compromise in luxury and driving pleasure: Lexus's sporty new CT 200h is expected to deliver CO2 emissions of just 96g/km. Thanks to the exceptional efficiency of its full hybrid powertrain, the all-new hatchback outperforms all its similarly powered small luxury car rivals, none of which comes cl ... Continue reading
Nissan at the 2010 Paris Motor Show
Sep 9, 2010
At the forthcoming Paris Motor Show, Nissan will be unveiling for the first time a concept vehicle that offers insight into how Nissan could expand its portfolio of zero-emission vehicles. Called Townpod, the concept combines eye-catching design with a spacious and practical interior. ... Continue reading
Toyota Prius Matches Biesse Green Project
Sep 6, 2010
The new generation of woodworking machinery made by Biesse UK makes deep cuts in energy consumption and CO2 emissions - as do the latest additions to the company's car fleet, six top-of-the-range Toyota Prius T Spirit hatchbacks with Hybrid Synergy Drive. ... Continue reading
The Hashemite Kingdom Of Jordan And Nissan Motor Company Seal Zero-Emission Mobility Partnership
Sep 2, 2010
The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to promote zero-emission mobility in the Kingdom, heralding the first partnership of its kind in the Arab region. ... Continue reading
Peugeot Offers Lowest CO2 Levels
Aug 25, 2010
In a bold move Peugeot has taken the initiative when it comes to reducing emissions. ... Continue reading
Two New Great European Luxo-diesels; Ford's Shelby Mustang GT in This Month's Letter From Europe
Aug 22, 2010
Letter from Europe Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief The Auto Channel Hello and apologies for the delay in my newest Letter From Europe, but things have been rather hectic during the Summer. After my recent Maserati/Lambo/Ferrari extravaganza(see it here) it was time for a quick dash back to San Francisco and then ba ... Continue reading
Hyundai i20 Delivers Remarkable Fuel Economy Of 4.23L/100km
Aug 16, 2010
When it comes to fuel efficiency and economy, Hyundai Motor Company Australia has a firm focus on delivering leading vehicles to the Australian Market. In 2009, the Santa Fe-R took out the SUV class in the transcontinental Global Green Challenge achieving outstanding fuel consumption figures of 5.1L/100km driving betwe ... Continue reading
2011 Mercedes-Benz C 180 CGI BlueEfficiency Review - First Drive
Aug 15, 2010
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor Amsterdam Butreau The Auto Channel THE HAGUE August 15, 2010; In 1954, Mercedes-Benz was the worldâs first manufacturer to use direct fuel injection in the 300 SL Gullwing. The system was derived from a engine Mercedes designed for a Messerschmitt fighter plan in WW2. Still, ... Continue reading
2010 2009 Honda Civic - Compare Models and Trim Levels
Aug 15, 2010
The Honda Civic Coupe, Honda Civic Sedan and Honda Civic Hybrid are available in a total of 32 different trim levels. The Honda Civic has proven popular since its debut in the previous generations of the car. Increasing interest in fuel efficiency and in hybrids, and the past year's fuel price spike, have only added to ... Continue reading
Ford Powershift Availability Tripled
Aug 12, 2010
Ford's slick-shifting and efficient PowerShift transmission is now available on six different Ford models. ... Continue reading
Startsaving, Stop Burning With Vauxhall's New Low-Co2 Corsavan
Aug 11, 2010
On sale now, the new Corsavan ecoFLEX is the first Vauxhall commercial vehicle to feature Start/Stop technology, enabling the new Euro 5-compliant 1.3 CDTi (75PS) models to achieve 70.6mpg - a near 8mpg, or more than 12 per cent improvement - on the combined cycle over the previous Euro 4 model. ... Continue reading
Best-Selling 2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty Diesel Boosts Power, Capability, Fuel Economy and Value
Aug 3, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Aug. 3 -- -- The 6.7-liter Power Stroke® V8 turbocharged diesel is now rated at best-in-class 800 lb.-ft. of torque and 400 horsepower, an increase of 65 lb.-ft. of torque and 10 horsepower. Current 2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty diesel owners can get the increased performance through a free deale ... Continue reading
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