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Opel rejects VRT News report of modified diesel emissions software

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Belgium-based VRT News has charged that Opel dealers have been modifying the software in the Zafira Tourer 1.6 diesel to change the emission behavior of the vehicles. This is a voluntary and early improvement towards the so-called RDE (Real Driving Emissions) legislation that goes into effect in 2017.

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2017 Chevy Cruze Diesel, Daimler electric truck, electric-car fees: Today's Car News

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Today, we have more details on the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel, Daimler confirms plans for an all-electric commercial truck, and multiple states ponder new fees for electric-car owners. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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2017 Karma Revero, Electra Meccanica Solo, 2017 Jaguar XE diesel: Today's Car News

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Today, we have more details on the 2017 Karma Revero (nee Fisker Karma), a new three-wheeled electric car called the Electra Meccanica Solo, and a review of the 2017 Jaguar XE 20d diesel luxury sedan. The 2017 Jaguar XE 20d is one of a handful of new diesel cars still available in the U.S.

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Chevy Bolt EV recall, Kia EV6, USPS EVs, heavy-duty truck emissions: Today’s Car News

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EPA rules for big diesel trucks fall short of those from California. The Kia EV6 is one of the best new EVs of the year. The 2017-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV has been recalled over a fire risk. Postal Service vehicle plans become more electric. And foil is the fix for the latest Chevy Bolt EV recall. This time.

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Tesla 'D' Teased, VW XL Sport Unveiled, 2017 Jaguar XE Diesel Details: Today's Car News

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We''ve got a crop of new cars from the 2014 Paris Motor Show today, but the biggest reveal just might be the mysterious Tesla "D" announced by Elon Musk on Twitter. Meanwhile, the Volkswagen XL Sport performance hybrid and 2017 Jaguar XE diesel take the stage in Paris. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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JATO: European new car CO2 emissions highest average since 2014; shift from diesel to gasoline and SUVs rise

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The analysis covered 23 markets in Europe and found a direct correlation between diesel car registrations and average CO2 emissions. With increased negative public perception towards diesels, combined with new government regulations such as WLTP and scrutiny of the fuel type, demand for diesel fell by 18% in 2018.

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Tesla 'Master Plan,' Mazda diesel, 2017 BMW i3: Today's Car News

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diesel engine, and a preview of the 2017 BMW i3 electric car. Mazda's diesel engine appears. Today, we have details on Elon Musk's updated "Master Plan" for Tesla, the fate of Mazda's U.S. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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