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New York City Taxi and Limo Commissions selects Nissan NV200 as Taxi of Tomorrow; fully-electric version possible starting in 2017

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Fuel efficiency was not used as a specific criterion for evaluation; estimated 2014 MY EPA combined label fuel economy is 25 mpg US (9.4 However, Nissan will be able to manufacture the NV200 to run on electric-only power starting in 2017.

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Buick adding new eAssist mild hybrid to 2018 Buick LaCrosse as standard powertrain

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four-cylinder with eAssist complements the V-6 that launched on the 2017 LaCrosse last September. Aero Improvement: Upper and lower active aero shutters in the front fascia close under certain driving conditions to help maximize aerodynamics and contribute to improved fuel economy. The new standard 2.5L

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Cummins to begin electrified powertrain delivery in 2019; alternative fuels and power, digitalization

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executives outlined plans to provide a range of power technologies spanning diesel and natural gas engines to fully electric and hybrid powertrains. Cummins will begin electrified powertrain delivery in 2019, including full battery-electric and plug-in hybrid systems. During a teleconference yesterday, Cummins Inc.

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DNV GL launches JDP to drive marine Li-ion battery safety and adoption

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Including batteries in ships, whether as a hybrid or fully electric system, offers the industry the opportunity to improve fuel economy, reliability and operational costs. Concerted lithium-ion Battery Risk Assessment. Battery Safety Testing Program.

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Singapore considers Model S EV a high carbon emission vehicle based on fuel consumption and upstream power generation

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The revised CEVS is applicable until 30 June 2017, after which it will be subject to further review. The LTA spokesperson said that the Tesla was not the first fully electric car where grid emission factor was applied. Singapore revised CEVS bands. Carbon Emission(CO 2 g/km). Rebates/Surcharges.

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Volvo Cars introduces new compact architecture; expects electrified vehicles to be 10% of total sales by 2020

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The company’s first car on CMA is expected to be launched in 2017. CMA’s introduction in 2017 means that all future Volvo cars will be built on just two fully scalable and wholly modular vehicle architectures. l/100 km (112 mpg US) in fuel economy and reaching 100 km/h in just 5.6

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Ford outlines strategic plan to investors; connected, smart vehicles and services, EVs and financial fitness

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Ford reaffirmed its 2017 full-year financial guidance and said its 2018 outlook will be provided in January. It has improved fuel economy and increased capability for customers, thanks in part to a 700-pound weight reduction that helped make the F-150 the company’s most positive contributor to CAFE standards for model year 2018.

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