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BMW Group Plant Landshut light metal foundry recertified by Aluminum Stewardship Initiative (ASI)

Green Car Congress

Sourcing aluminum produced using solar power for our in-house component production lowers our CO 2 emissions significantly. The circular economy is also key to reducing emissions and conserving natural resources. Due to its use of inorganic sand cores, the casting process is virtually emission-free.

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Wanted: Electric MINI test drivers

Green Cars News

MINI is on the hunt for willing test drivers to drive its electric MINI cars as part of a Government-backed scheme to get electric cars on the roads. A second round of applications will then be invited in 2010, allowing a further twenty drivers to lease an all-electric MINI for a six month period. charging cable.

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