Caterpillar Remanufacturing Services Forms Strategic Alliance With Land Rover
Aug 4, 2005
Agreement Names Caterpillar Unit as Preferred Provider of Global Remanufacturing Services for Land Rover PEORIA, Ill., Aug. 4 -- Caterpillar Inc. and Land Rover have signed a Memorandum of Understanding in which Caterpillar Remanufacturing Services will act as Land Rover's lead global remanufacturing services provider. ... Continue reading
Bosch Achieves Production Milestone of 25-Millionth Diesel Common Rail System
Aug 4, 2005
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Aug. 4 -- At the end of July, Bosch delivered its 25-millionth common rail injection system for diesel vehicles. In 2004 alone, the automotive supplier produced 5.8 million systems. "Bosch's introduction of common rail in 1997 transformed the diesel engine into a clean and economical powertrain ... Continue reading
Energy Bill Provides Sweet Rewards for Hybrid, Diesel Owners
Aug 1, 2005
Washington DC August 1, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that the Energy bill, currently awaiting signature from President Bush, would provide some of the biggest tax credits to date for hybrid consumers, according to an analysis by the Union of Concerned Scientists. Depending on the model purchased, hybrid owners w ... Continue reading
Clean Diesel Vehicles Now Eligible for Same Tax Credits as Hybrid Vehicles
Jul 29, 2005
New Energy Law Will Provide up to $3,400 in Tax Incentives for Diesel Cars, Trucks and SUVs WASHINGTON, July 29 -- American drivers who purchase newer, cleaner-burning diesel cars, trucks and SUVs will soon be eligible for the same kind of tax incentives as purchasers of gasoline-hybrid electric vehicles under a new na ... Continue reading
Energy Bill Substantiates Critical Role of Diesel Technology in U.S. Energy Policy
Jul 28, 2005
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Allen Schaeffer, executive director of the Diesel Technology Forum, issued the following statement today as the House and Senate vote on a final energy bill that will likely make its way to President Bush later this week: "Congress has recognized the important role clean diesel technology will pl ... Continue reading
Jul 26, 2005
Crude Oil Price is a Key Variable: Over $31/barrel, Natural Gas Has the Advantage Diesel Vehicle Costs Also Harder to Predict LOS ANGELES, July 26 -- Heavy-duty natural gas powered vehicles (NGVs) that meet strict emissions standards are more cost-effective to own, operate and maintain over their lifetime than comparab ... Continue reading
The Greening of the Private Sector
Jul 22, 2005
Shakopee-Based Fremont Industries Invests In Alternative Fuel Vehicle Fleet SHAKOPEE, Minn., July 22 -- Signaling a shift in the market for alternative fuel vehicles, Fremont Industries of Shakopee, Minn. has announced purchase of 30 new vehicles that can use E85, an alternative to gasoline that consists of 85 percent ... Continue reading
BIO Praises New Plan to Spur Commercialization of Biofuels
Jul 21, 2005
Report Calls for Government Incentives to Bring Biofuels to the Pump and to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions WASHINGTON, July 21 -- A new report shows that America can produce 25 percent of its transportation fuel needs from agricultural crop wastes -- utilizing new processes developed by the biotechnology industry -- w ... Continue reading
Jul 20, 2005
Tokyo, Japan, July 20, 2005; JCN Newswire reported that Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has released an overview of its major next-generation power train technology and fuel economy targets for motorcycles, automobiles, and power products due to be introduced within the 9th Mid-term Plan (April 2005 to March 2008).MotorcyclesAve ... Continue reading
DCX Has High Hopes for Diesel in U.S.
Jul 18, 2005
DaimlerChrysler is looking to expand its diesel-engine opportunities in the U.S. as low-sulfur diesel fuel becomes widely available to American consumers next year, reports Reuters. "There are great, great opportunities," Thomas Weber, head of research and technology at DCX and development chief at Mercedes Car Group. ... Continue reading
FORD LEADS WITH BIO-ETHANOL POWERED CARS FOR EUROPE
Jul 10, 2005
Ford Focus Flexi-Fuel New Flexi-fuel Focus and Focus C-MAX for Sweden Ford was the first manufacturer to market a low CO 2 bio-ethanol powered car in Europe in 2001 New generation 1.8-litre Ford Focus Flexi-Fuel model is launched in Sweden along with, for the first time, the Focus C-MAX Flexi-Fuel These Flexi-Fuel cars ... Continue reading
Jul 7, 2005
Stuttgart, July 7, 2005; From July of this year Mercedes-Benz is also offering diesel-powered models in the current E-Class range in conjunction with 4MATIC. Both the Saloon and Estate versions of the new E 280 CDI 4MATIC with 140 kW/190 hp and the E 320 CDI 4MATIC with 165 kW/224 hp, featuring a six-cylinder engine in ... Continue reading
Texans Turning to Biodiesel, Thanks to Tax Credits and Willie Nelson
Jul 5, 2005
Washington DC July 5, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that The Wall St. Journal reports that more people are filling their diesel tanks with blends that incorporate renewable sources -- known as biodiesel -- in the quest to keep their rigs rolling economically. Though most manufacturers only allow warranties to sta ... Continue reading
Jul 5, 2005
Stuttgart, Jul 04, 2005 From July of this year Mercedes-Benz is also offering diesel-powered models in the current E-Class range in conjunction with 4MATIC. Both the Saloon and Estate versions of the new E 280 CDI 4MATIC with 140 kW/190 hp and the E 320 CDI 4MATIC with 165 kW/224 hp, featuring a six-cylinder engine in ... Continue reading
Diesel Industry Statement on EPA Proposed Rule for Stationary Electric Power Generators
Jun 30, 2005
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Allen Schaeffer, executive director of the Diesel Technology Forum, issued the following statement in advance of a proposed rule being issued today by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to reduce emissions from diesel-powered stationary electric power generators: "Diesel technology ha ... Continue reading
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