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RENK supplies special gear units for compressors for production of green steel

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Germany-based RENK Group, a manufacturer of mission-critical drive technologies, is supplying three high-speed special gear units via RENK-Maag GmbH , a group company, for compressors for the production of green steel to Siemens Energy Compressors GmbH as part of the “SALCOS” (Salzgitter Low CO2 Steelmaking) project of the Salzgitter AG steel group.

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Nissan introducing new Micra with supercharged 3-cylinder gasoline direct injection engine; 95 gCO2/km

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Combined cycle fuel economy figures for the manual Visia (entry-level) version is 4.1 With instant throttle response, its performance and strong economy are a more than a match for any diesel engine with similar power outputs, but its emissions performance is much better. Maximum speed is 180 km/h (112 mph) for the manual version.

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New diesel Ford Focus ECOnetic to debut at Amsterdam Motor Show; 67 mpg US

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The new diesel ECOnetic, which will go on sale early next year, leverages a number of advanced technologies that Ford expects will make it more fuel efficient than any other compact vehicle on the road today in Europe, including conventional diesel-, gasoline- and hybrid-powered vehicles.

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Ford makes emission improvements

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By analysing carbon dioxide (CO2) data for this year’s new car sales in the UK, it found that Ford has made more improvements than any other car manufacturer in terms of reducing its CO2 output, which is directly linked to improving fuel economy.

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The iconic Ford Transit to become cleaner and greener

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On sale this autumn, the new Transit ECOnetic is based on the front-wheel-drive Transit 280 panel van with short wheelbase and 2.2-litre The target for fuel economy is 39.2mpg, while the average CO2 emissions aim to be 189 g/km. litre 115PS Duratorq TDCi engine.

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Ford launches greenest Mondeo yet

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The vehicle, which is offered in both five-door and estate form, has a carbon dioxide (CO2) emission rating of 139g/km and furthers Ford’s commitment to creating fuel efficient models. litre ECOnetic is on sale now and is priced from £20,795. For family drivers, the vehicle fits into VED band E. The Ford Mondeo 2.0-litre

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