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Mazda showcases CNG and hybrid Axela models in Tokyo; Mazda’s approach to environmental performance

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At the Tokyo Motor Show, Mazda is showcasing the recently-released Mazda Axela (known as Mazda3 overseas) with a variety of engine types at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show, including a CNG concept and hybrid variants. Alternative fuels: CNG and E85. SKYACTIV-HYBRID, the Mazda hybrid system. Mazda hybrid system.

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Volvo Car led CO2 reductions among European automakers in 2010 due partly to diesel success

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Mazda and Honda were both negative outliers, with small increases in emissions. The current European regulation on cars and CO 2 strives to achieve a 130 g/km average figure by 2015. Volvo would also end up ranked 10 th under this scheme, with an 11% gap to close by 2015. —2011 Cars & CO 2 Report. Source: T&E.

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Fiat, MINI and smart Beat 130 gCO2/km New Car Average in Europe for First Half of 2009

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That makes Fiat the only mainstream car brand to achieve the European average goal of 130 g/km by 2015, five years early. The figures underline how incremental improvements to high-volume vehicles can have an impact that far exceeds that of low-volume hybrid or alternative fuel vehicles, JATO noted. g/km to 129.1

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Road Test: 2023 Honda HR-V EX-L AWD

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In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. We welcome any feedback from vehicle owners and are dedicated to providing a forum for alternative viewpoints. Story and photos by John Faulkner. Please let us know your views at publisher@cleanfleetreport.com.

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Flash Drive: 2024 Subaru Crosstrek AWD

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In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. We welcome any feedback from vehicle owners and are dedicated to providing a forum for alternative viewpoints. Photos by John Faulkner and Subaru. Video by Subaru.

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Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Venue

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Road Test: 2018 Mazda CX-3. Road Test: 2015 Chevrolet Trax. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. We welcome any feedback from vehicle owners and are dedicated to providing a forum for alternative viewpoints. Road Test: 2020 Toyota CH-R.

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