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Tesla leads with transfer of ZEV credits for year ending 30 Sep 2013

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Between 1 October 2012 and 30 September 2013, electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla Motors transferred out 1,311.520 ZEV (zero emission vehicle) credits, according to the latest report by the California Air Resources Board (ARB)—by far, the largest of any automaker in the state. delivered for sale in California. Click to enlarge.

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2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Unveiled, TDI Diesel Included

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We now have photos of the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, which includes a unique model: the only diesel convertible available for sale in the U.S. With the new VW Beetle launched last year, you knew there would be a ragtop, right? This time.

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Fuji Electric releases newly designed DC Quick Charging Station

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The integration of ChargePoint in the DC Quick Charger offers users the convenience of locating and reserving available stations via ChargePoint mobile phone applications for iPhone and Android, while easily managing the cost of charging. The new model will be available for sale in North America in February 2013.

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2014 MAZDA6 to be Mazda’s next Skyactiv technology-based vehicle

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Following last month’s launch of the all-new 2013 Mazda CX-5, the 2014 Mazda6 will be the second of Mazda’s next-generation vehicles to receive the full suite of Skyactiv Technologies ( earlier post ), and is expected to be released for sale during the first quarter of 2013.

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Suzuki reports fuel economy testing irregularities in Japan but says no need to amend values

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Suzuki reviewed the measuring process of driving resistance of all 16 models currently available for sale in Japan. Spacia(Launched on 15 March 2013. Carry(Launched on 20 September 2013). The issues do not apply to products sold under the Suzuki badge outside of Japan. Alto Lapin(Launched on 3 June 2015).

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Lexus has sold more than 1M hybrids

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ES 300h was launched in 2012, then IS 300h and GS 300h in 2013, and the first luxury mid-sized Crossover, the NX 300h, in 2014. The LC 500h will be available for sale in the spring of 2017. In 2009, the HS 250h, followed by the first luxury hybrid compact, the CT 200h, in 2011.

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EPA trends report sees record levels of average new vehicle fuel economy and CO2 emissions for MY 2012; role of new gasoline vehicle technologies

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EPA projects advanced transmissions (6+ speeds and CVTs), gasoline direct injection (GDI) systems, and turbocharged engines will be installed on at least 15% of all MY 2013 vehicles. Preliminary MY 2013 adjusted values are 370 g/mi CO 2 emissions and 24.0 Final values for MY 2013 will be published in next year’s report.