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Renault Trucks creates Used Parts Factory

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For example, used trucks are remanufactured according to strict industrial processes at the Used Trucks Factory, vehicles are updated with the latest technologies in the reconditioning center in Lyon, and there are also used special-series models for sale. The dedicated plant is in the heart of its manufacturing facility in Lyon–Vénissieux.

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ClearFlame Engine Technologies hits multiple manufacturing, customer pilot, and fueling milestones

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In addition to being widely available, it’s proven to be a much greener fuel, with substantially lower carbon emissions than diesel, and significant cost savings. In a high-temperature environment, any fuel will behave like diesel fuel, having short ignition delay and burning as it is injected in a mixing fuel plume.

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Allison Transmission launches eGen Flex, new zero-emission-capable electric hybrid system

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eGen Flex provides bus fleets with full electric engine-off propulsion and accessory power operation capability—suited for zero-emission zones and depot operation, including when approaching, during, and leaving passenger stops for a quieter and healthier environment. These systems have accumulated nearly 2.6

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Hot Tub Time Machine WayBack Wednesday – Reposted Word-for-Word from June 25 of 2008

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said Dr. Hansen this same week testifying to Congress and that’s not all he said. Dr. Hansen is giving us 12 months to get our act together: “ The next President and Congress must define a course next year in which the United States exerts leadership commensurate with our responsibility for the present dangerous situation.

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Toyota develops packaged fuel cell system module for sale

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Toyota developed the FC module utilizing technologies it cultivated through its development of FCEVs over many years, as well as the knowledge and expertise accumulated in a variety of usage environments around the world and utilized in the Mirai.

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SDTC awards Nsolv $13M to commercialize warm solvent technology for heavy oil extraction; 80% reduction in GHG emissions

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Nsolv technology performs well, even in today’s low oil price environment, as it is commercially viable at between 5,000 and 10,000 barrels per day. As bitumen is dissolved into the solvent, valuable components are extracted while coke-forming asphaltenes, sulphur, heavy metals and carbon residue remain in the reservoir.

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Nissan outlines EV expansion plans for Europe

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This is a big year for the Nissan LEAF in Europe and we are committed to creating an environment for electric mobility to thrive across the continent. By 2013, the Nissan LEAF will be available for sale in 24 European markets. By the end of March 2013, Nissan will have more than 1000 dealers actively marketing the Nissan LEAF.

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