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GE Transportation Unveils New Evolution Series Locomotive; 17% Reduction in Fuel Consumption, 70% Reduction in Emissions

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GE Transportation introduced the newest line of fuel efficient and low emissions Evolution Series locomotives, the Model ES44C4. GE’s new AC motors have fewer parts to maintain and eliminate the electrical problems that hamper DC motors. GE Transportation recently celebrated the delivery of its 3,000 th Evolution Locomotive.

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EIA Estimates 2.1% Growth in Fossil Fuel CO2 Emissions in US in 2010; Still Below 1999-2008 Levels

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The largest source of growth in 2010 is the United States, followed by Brazil, Azerbaijan, and Kazakhstan. EIA forecasts that regular-grade motor gasoline retail prices will average $2.92 During this summer season, EIA projects that motor gasoline consumption will increase by 0.5% US crude oil production averaged 5.32

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Zeekr introduced access into Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain

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In Shanghai, Zeekr signed commitments with the AW Rostamani Workforce of the United Arab Emirates, the Wallan Workforce of Saudi Arabia, the Blue Pond Motors of Qatar, and the Y.Okay. Up to now, Zeekr has entered Eu markets in Sweden, the Netherlands, and Germany, and signed commitments with companions in Israel and Kazakhstan.

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GE’s Evolution Series Locomotive Delivers 6% Fuel Advantage Over Competitor

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GE Transportation engaged a nationally recognized independent research laboratory to conduct the Tier 2 locomotive fuel consumption testing. Earlier in May, GE Transportation introduced its newest Evolution Series locomotives, the Model ES44C4. The lab conducted the tests in late January and early February 2009.

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