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London study suggests PHEV vans a practical, accessible solution for cleaner air in European cities

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These two models are the first vehicles in their classes to offer plug-in hybrid technology, and offer a standard eight-year battery warranty. Designed to deliver pure-electric propulsion, the new van will contribute to cleaner, quieter towns and cities, and reduced running costs for business and operators. l/100km (71.2

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Opel Astra with 1.6 CDTI diesel drops fuel consumption as low as 64 mpg US

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mpg US) with 97 g/km CO 2 in the NEDC combined cycle. liters diesel per 100 km (60 mpg US) in the NEDC test procedure (New European Driving Cycle)—up to up to 8% less than the 1.7-liter An 81 kW/110 hp version of the new turbo diesel is even cleaner and more economical: 3.7 mpg US) with CO 2 emissions of 97 g/km.

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Additional details on Honda’s new 1.6L diesel

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This new engine offers 88 kW (120 PS, 118 hp) of power and 300 N·m (221 lb-ft) of torque at 2000 rpm with CO 2 emissions of 94 g/km (equivalent to 65 mpg US, 3.6 It is the lightest diesel engine in its class, weighing 47 kg (104 lbs) less than Honda’s 2.2-liter Earlier post.). Reduced weight. Honda’s new 1.6-liter Honda’s 1.6

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Road Test: 2021 Volvo XC90 Recharge T8 PHEV

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Fuel economy for the Recharge is 55 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) when you use electricity and gasoline and drops to 27 mpg when you don’t charge up the battery. The EPA’s green scores on the standard 0-10 scale, where 10 is best, include a 7 for Smog, 7 for MPG the Fuel Economy score and a 9 for CO 2 on Greenhouse Gas score.

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Jaguar introduces Gen 2, aluminum-intensive XF; up to 60 mpg US with diesel Ingenium engine

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With fuel economy as low as 60 mpg US (3.94 Though 7 mm shorter and 3 mm lower than the original XF, rear seat space is class-leading with 15 mm more legroom, 24 mm more kneeroom and up to 27 mm more headroom than before. mpg US (5.5 The powertrain range will consist of: 163PS (161 hp, 120 kW) and 180PS (178 hp, 132 kW) 2.0-liter

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Mercedes-Benz begins sales of new E 200 NGT BlueEFFICIENCY bi-fuel natural gas vehicle

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In conjunction with a five-speed automatic transmission, the E-Class accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.4 liters per 100 kilometers (29 mpg US), NEDC combined. seconds, while its top speed is 224 km/h (139 mph). Fuel consumption in gasoline-driven mode has been reduced compared with the predecessor model by 1.2 liters to 8.1

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Scrappage Scheme Moving Forward in US Congress

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The agreement divides these new cars and trucks into four categories: Passenger Cars: The old vehicle must get less than 18 mpg. New passenger cars with mileage of at least 22 mpg are eligible for vouchers. If the mileage of the new car is at least 4 mpg higher than the old vehicle, the voucher will be worth $3,500.

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