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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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Plug’n Drive launches online tool to help Canadian drivers find their electric vehicle match

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We know that EVs are cheaper to drive and better for the environment, but everyone’s situation is different. This tool provides Canadians with a true understanding of how much money they can save and how much they can reduce their carbon footprint by switching to an EV.”. Find Your EV Match is available online at ev.plugndrive.ca.

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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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VW launch ID 4

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It delivers all the SUV benefits you need, including space and performance, while being kinder to our environment. There is plenty of pretty pictures and vague statements like Electricity keeps you ahead and Start with a carbon-neutral balance. YOu have to know that they are available for sale to buy them. . The exclusive ID.4

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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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