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JUNE 12, 2010

Available with a choice of two straight-six petrol engines and a four-cylinder and six-cylinder diesel the vehicle is expected to be among the most popular BMW models yet. The 520d is the [.].

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JULY 17, 2012

The annual Formula Student competition at the weekend saw conventionally fuelled and alternatively fuelled cars pitted against each other for the first time.

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JULY 11, 2013

The fight to make hydrogen fuel cell vehicles a legitimate alternative to petrol-diesel cars is not yet over: with Europe continuing its push for the technology. The European Commission has now announced the second phase of its Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Joint Technology Initiative. Originally develop[.].

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DECEMBER 23, 2011

In designing a new fuel-efficient sleigh for Santa using the firm’s EcoBoost engine technology, Ford calculates that its new petrol-powered sleigh would be greener than running nine carrot-powered reindeer on Christmas [.].

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AUGUST 19, 2012

Even the top luxury carmakers are making conscious efforts to go green by investing in significant new technologies: as indicated by the new Jaguar XF (pictured) and XJ saloon cars.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

Here we offer our pick of the top 10 green cars at the IAA Frankfurt Motor Show: Ford Focus EcoNetic – With its start/stop engine technology, the Ford Focus EcoNetic promises to break the 100g/km carbon dioxide (CO2) threshold with emissions of just 99g/km. It is set to debut in 2013.

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JUNE 13, 2009

Revolve Technologies, formerly known as Roush Technologies, is rapidly establishing itself as one of the key players in the green car market. The partnership between the three organisations has come about with the aim of bringing fully certified Ford diesel and petrol engines to market.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Scientists are hoping to make filling up with hydrogen fuel as simple as refuelling with petrol as they develop a new way to make the gas a liquid at room temperature. Cella Energy Ltd, a new spin-out company from from Science and Technology Facilities Councils (STFC), is developing a novel technology that allows hydrogen to [.].

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MAY 9, 2009

Despite the commitment it is expected that the introduction of green cars involve slow progress. Currently there are just over 2,100 hybrid and 2,600 compressed natural gas cars in the region according to a report in the Straits Times - this is less than one per cent of the total car population of around 550,500.

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MAY 29, 2010

It goes without saying that we all want our petrol engines to achieve better fuel economy at a lower cost – however, according to a new study, US vehicle owners would rather existing engine choices achieve this goal over opting for higher priced alternative fuel engines.

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Revealed back in 2018, the Arkana coupe-SUV, will finally go on sale next year with a range of electrified petrol engines and features the latest connected technologies as well as a suite of Advanced Driver Assistance systems.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2009

The US continues to throw its financial weight behind its efforts to play catch up in the green car race, with the US house passing a vote of 312-114 for a bill that authorises additional funding of $2.85billion from 2010-2014 for the US Department of Energy to support a range of research activities for advanced technology vehicles.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2011

This year’s Los Angeles Auto Show will mark the introduction of the new Volkswagen CC saloon car, which will boast an array of green technology. The new CC will be powered by petrol and diesel direct injection engines; with all of the diesel models to be equipped with a start/stop system and a battery regeneration [.].

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JULY 22, 2010

There’s good news for green car fans who want the best environmental technology without paying over the odds after Lincoln revealed pricing details for its new MKZ Hybrid. The Ford brand has priced the vehicle the same as its conventional petrol version, starting at $35,180 including destination and delivery.

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AUGUST 2, 2011

The North American market will soon be blessed by a new version of the Mazda3 – which will boast SKYACTIV technology. SKYACTIV is the term for Mazda’s range of next generation technologies which includes petrol and diesel engines, transmissions and a new body and chassis that improve driving dynamics as well as both safety and [.].

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DECEMBER 27, 2010

Previously its fuel-saving start-stop technology has been limited to hybrid cars and some vehicles in Europe, but now Ford will introduce the devices across its vehicles, including crossovers and SUVS, in North America in 2012.

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APRIL 6, 2011

The SKYACTIV fuel saving technologies from Mazda will soon be appearing in the US as they debut at the upcoming New York International Auto Show. SKYACTIV is a suite of technologies that includes efficient internal combustion petrol and diesel engines; as well as manual and automatic transmissions; and an advanced body and chassis.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2009

Drivers are increasingly letting their wallet rule their car buying decisions with more motorists than ever before opting for a green car over a conventional alternative. However, will green cars really save you money? The Green Piece. suggests that drivers should think twice before going green.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2010

With a number of engineering issues surrounding the use of biofuels, global engineering firm Ricardo has launched a consortium with the aim of evaluating the impact of biofuels for both current and future light-duty engine technologies.

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OCTOBER 21, 2011

Mitsubishi has announced the development of two new fuel-saving technologies to help its future cars become more efficient. Fitted to a new lightweight and compact 1.8 These technologies are [.].

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MAY 21, 2009

You’ve probably heard of stop-start technology - it effectively switches the engine off in traffic congestion before restarting it when a driver touches the clutch, helping to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. It also has the potential for even greater savings in real world urban driving situations.

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JULY 2, 2009

Not only could fuel cell technology help to clean up the earth’s atmosphere, but it is providing a boost to the economy too. Compared with normal diesel or petrol powered engines, fuel cells produce much less CO2 and no emissions at all of particulates and nitrogen oxides.

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

Now at the Frankfurt Motor Show Ford has announced a new family of petrol engines offering the opportunity to down size engine capacity without suffering a reduction in performance. In fact, fuel consumption and CO2 emissions are reduced by up to 20 per cent compared to a conventional petrol engine. litre and 2.0

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MAY 17, 2010

A consortium consisting of UK start-up Lontra, Ricardo and the Ford Motor Company has been awarded funding by the UK Technology Strategy Board to demonstrate Lontra’s Blade Supercharger for a Ford vehicle demonstrator.

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JANUARY 18, 2012

Some truly remarkable emission statistics have been achieved by several carmakers – but surely the new Peugeot 208 super-mini, which launches in spring, is among the absolute best.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2009

It will also take the opportunity to give a debut to the Kiyora concept car. Tags: Green cars Latest news mazda.

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MAY 14, 2009

Green car technology is expected to take the ‘International Engine of the Year’ awards by storm this year. The German marque, which has scooped more trophies for engine excellence than any other company in the Awards’ 11-year history, faces tough competition from over 60 new entrants to the Awards in 2009.

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JANUARY 3, 2010

The world is constantly looking for greener alternatives to petrol with everything from electricity to vegetable oil trialled by motorists and manufacturers. Now, one entrepreneur believes he has found a technology to turn today’s waste into tomorrow’s fuel.

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MAY 28, 2009

Let’s be honest, when you picture a green car it’s unlikely to be a Ferrari. However, it seems that the Italian sports car manufacturer may be about to embrace some green car technology. seconds per lap delivering an 82hp boost for passing other cars.

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JUNE 13, 2009

Following on from our news story earlier today about Lamborghini making the green switch, it seems an apt time to examine the influx of supercar manufacturers that appear to be leaning towards greener technology. The vehicle is said to produce hydrogen in real time.

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APRIL 22, 2013

The European car industry is expected to reach its average of 95g/km CO2 emissions target by 2020, thanks to improvements in existing diesel and petrol car technology, rather than through the sales of hybrid and electric cars, a new report concludes. Electric cars diesel electric car petrol RAC Foundation'

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MAY 10, 2013

Bosch is developing petrol and diesel engine technologies that will cut CO2 emissions by 20 per cent across all vehicle classes. A plug-in hybrid system that can deliver up to 60 kilometres driven purely on electricity is also in the works, the technology company has revealed. Latest News' Bosch believes the [.].

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JULY 26, 2009

Ford Australia will invest A$230million into a number of environmentally focused projects including the first global rear-wheel drive application of the company’s turbocharged, petrol direct-injection 2.0l Tags: Ford Green cars Latest news Ford Australia Ford Falcon Ford Territory.

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DECEMBER 1, 2009

Known as the HyBoost project, this two-year research programme announced recently by the Technology Strategy Board, aims to demonstrate a cost-effective, ultra-efficient petrol engine in a C-segment passenger car.

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JUNE 28, 2009

The vehicle, a two-door, off-road luxury SUV has been derived from the Land Rover LR2 except for the fact that it includes new hybrid powertrains. The Land-e concept form allows its drivers to run in petrol only, electric only, or hybrid modes. The technology is expected to cost around $650million to develop.

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NOVEMBER 4, 2009

Rapid downsizing, improved fuel economy and simplification of the company’s engine line-up – they are the key elements of Chrysler’s new powertrain strategy. Its new V6 family will replace all existing V6 engines from 2.7-4.0litres 4.0litres with the first application to be the Jeep Cherokee in mid 2010.

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OCTOBER 25, 2009

The blown gas streamliner was designed and built by Riley Technologies and was originally designed to run on petrol. However, Lessman set his sights on a greener approach and converted the large-block Ford V8, 9.37litre turbocharged unit from traditional petrol to CNG.

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