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BMW presenting three new PHEV 3-Series models, two new 48V MHEV M diesels at Geneva show

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At the upcoming 2020 Geneva International Motor Show, BMW will present three new plug-in hybrid models for the premium mid-range—all in the 3 Series. Two new 48V mild-hybrid M diesels. The Geneva Motor Show 2020 will also be the venue for the world premiere of two further models in the BMW 3 Series.

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York, Empa study finds retrofitting of VW diesel engines was successful

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The VW diesel scandal began on 18 September 2015. On the opening day of the Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA), the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published a Notice of Violation: VW diesel engines with 1.6 liter diesel the emissions were even 53% worse. liter diesel the emissions were even 53% worse.

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Steeda and McQueen partnership, Lotus Evija X: Lately’s Automobile Information

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Steeda and McQueen Racing have teamed as much as trade in a complete lineup of efficiency automobiles to be advertised beneath the McQueen Racing emblem. Pace the originals featured rotary, fuel V-8, and diesel engines, the fashionable C111 is more likely to move ill the electrical path.

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AC Cobra GT Roadster, Aston Martin’s nearest DB: Automobile Information Headlines

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AC Automobiles, the British corporate that constructed the Ace sports activities automotive old by way of Carroll Shelby within the Sixties to assemble the latest Shelby Cobra, continues to be kicking and has simply introduced a pristine sports activities automotive. liter V-8 below the hood.

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Toyota Motor to consolidate development and production of diesel engines under TICO; manual transmissions under Aisin Seiki; brake systems under Advics

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Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO) and Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) will consolidate their joint diesel engine development and production under the control of TICO. TICO currently manufactures gas, gasoline and diesel engines in classes ranging from 1,000 cc to 5,200 cc. Current TICO light-duty diesels.

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Saab Automobile enters agreement with Hawtai Motor Group on strategic partnership

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and Saab Automobile AB (Saab Automobile) have signed an agreement with Hawtai Motor Group Company Limited (Hawtai). With Hawtai’s clean diesel engine technologies and production capacity, and its ambitious development programs, we have found the right partner to develop the Saab business and build a solid relationship.

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ICCT: European cities driving diesel out of the market

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According to a recent analysis of European diesel sales by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), European cities are setting the tone in the diesel debate. Specifically, policy announcements from major cities have raised doubts about being unable to drive a diesel in important urban areas. Click to enlarge.

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