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T&E study finds plug-in hybrids show higher CO2 emissions than claimed

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T&E said governments should therefore end the purchase subsidies and tax breaks for plug-in hybrids. T&E has commissioned Emissions Analytics to test three of the most popular PHEVs sold in 2019: a BMW X5 (longest EV range PHEV available), a Volvo XC60 and the Mitsubishi Outlander.

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Volvo Drops DRIVe V70 and S80 CO2 Emissions Below 120 g/km

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Volvo DRIVe S80 and V70 with 119 g/km. Volvo has introduced new DRIVe diesel versions of the S80 sedan and V70 wagon with CO 2 emissions of 119 g/km, corresponding to fuel consumption of 4.5 With the arrival of these two, Volvo now has five models available with emissions below 120 g/km. Click to enlarge. L/100km (52 mpg US).

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Volvo V50 DRIVe road test

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The Volvo V50 is based on the Ford Focus, which enjoys a solid reputation for reliability. Coupled to Volvo’s meticulous build quality, the V50 is a sound bet for anyone concerned with the longterm quality of their car. Volvo V50 consumer car reviews Volvo V50 lease prices Volvo V50 new and nearly new.

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Volvo push for plug-in hybrids

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A unique joint project between carmaker Volvo and Swedish energy supplier Vattenfall is to see the production of battery-powered Volvos featuring plug-in hybrid technology as early as 2012. with emissions starting from just 104 grams CO2/km). Volvo is also investing in the development of biogas compatible cars.

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Boris to review London Congestion Charge exemptions for hybrids

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Following a challenge to the Mayor of London, lead by carmaker Volvo, the Mayor agreed to a review of the Congestion Charge alternative fuel exemptions that, Volvo believes is unfairly biased against hybrid cars over other low-emitting vehicles. ’ Tags: Volvo Boris Johnson congestion charge hybrid london.

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Time to review congestion charges. The Green Piece

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However, Volvo Car UK recently issued a Press release challenging the Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, to review the basis of charging for the London congestion charging zone. Volvo believes the principal of hybrid cars being exempt from the charge is outdated. It’s easy to see why Volvo is so keen to point out the discrepancy.

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Volvo C30 hits magic road tax free target

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Proof that you don’t need to compromise on style or space, the latest edition of the popular coupe, Volvo C30 1.6D DRIVe will soon be road tax free. Emitting only 99 g/km of carbon dioxide (CO2), the new C30 1.6D The latest version of the Volvo C30 DRIVe is also capable of up to 74.3

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