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MARCH 1, 2013

Mazda’s unique Skyactiv technologies have become one of the most talked about new eco-technologies of recent years, despite competition from bigger companies such as BMW with its EfficientDynamics technology and Volkswagen and its BlueMotion tech.

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FEBRUARY 18, 2012

It will introduce the BMW 116d EfficientDynamics Edition at the event. The Geneva Motor Show 2012 continues to take shape with BMW the latest to announce a debut for the showcase. The vehicle, powered by a 1.6litre 85kW/116hp diesel engine features BMW TwinPower Turbo technology and achieves fuel economy of 62mpg with CO2 emissions at [.].

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JUNE 17, 2011

Its not just its cars which have been getting greener, now its dealerships are too-BMW, known for its EfficientDynamics low emission vehicles, is now asking its retail network to look at ways to reduce its environmental impact. As part of its wide reaching sustainability programme, the car maker has tasked its dealers to improve the [.].

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MARCH 7, 2011

So the finalists have been revealed for the World Green Car Award, which will be announced at the New York International Auto Show on April 21, 2011 (see article). The shortlist consists of: the BMW 320d EfficientDynamics; the Chevrolet Volt; and the Nissan LEAF.

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MARCH 4, 2011

The final three contestants for the World Green Car award presented by Bridgestone Corporation have been named as the Nissan Leaf, the BMW 320d EfficientDynamics and the Chevrolet Volt.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2012

In addition to introducing its new EfficientDynamics family (see article), BMW has also revealed that predictive power management could be a key in an effort to secure fuel savings.

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JULY 2, 2009

Each drivetrain choice will showcase the BMW EfficientDynamics strategy which focuses on reducing emissions and consumption while enhancing performance. Tags: BMW Cars Green cars Latest news BMW EfficientDynamics BMW X1.

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JULY 1, 2011

BMW’s most fuel efficient 5 Series is set to launch this September – setting a new benchmark for fuel economy and CO2 emissions in its segment. The BMW 520d EfficientDynamics Saloon, aimed squarely at the business market, features a car which has 184hp to call upon but has CO2 emissions of just 119g/km and combined [.].

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JUNE 6, 2011

A new longer and wider BMW 1 Series will slash emissions below 100g/km CO2-allowing the marque’s models the first chance to roam through London without paying the Congestion Charge. It’s the first time the car maker has produced a model which fits beneath the 100g/km CO2 barrier, although the new 116d EfficientDynamics model won’t be [.].

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AUGUST 30, 2009

Dr Norbert Reithofer, the chairman of the board of management of BMW AG has already claimed that the vehicle will demonstrate “a whole new dimension of driving pleasure with regards to efficiency with performance&# and now we can see what he is talking about in the form of the plug-in hybrid BMW EfficientDynamics all-wheel drive concept car.

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JUNE 27, 2009

Well if it’s Technology Day 2009 is anything to go by, then the focus is firmly on its EfficientDynamics development strategy. Tags: BMW Green cars Latest news efficientdynamics VALVETRONIC engine. Where does the future lie for BMW?

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OCTOBER 14, 2011

Despite the larger dimensions, the new car has a curb weight 40 kilograms (88 lb) below that of its predecessor. On the most-efficient end of the scale, the BMW 320d EfficientDynamics Edition, with peak output of 120 kW/163 hp, offers average fuel consumption in the EU driving cycle of 4.1 BMW 320d EfficientDynamics Edition.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2011

BMW has released details of its new i sub-brand which will denote its electric and lowest emission vehicles. The new brand’s first cars will be a production version of the Vision EfficientDynamics plug-in hybrid concept which will be called the i8 while a production version of the Megacity electric city car will be called the [.].

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NOVEMBER 6, 2009

BMW’s success in reducing CO2 is down to its EfficientDynamics programme which incorporates a wide variety of fuel-saving and emissions-reducing measures across the whole vehicle range as standard. EfficientDynamics technology includes Auto Start-Stop, Brake Energy Regeneration and Active Aerodynamics, amongst a wide range of other features.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

BMW 320d EfficientDynamics – A remarkably clean vehicle from a luxury car maker with a price tag on a par with its conventional alternative – the 109g/km BMW 320d EfficientDynamics is sure to attract the eye at the show with start/stop technology, regenerative braking and electric steering (see article ).

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OCTOBER 1, 2009

BMW has had an impressive year in developing and delivering real efficiency savings across its range of premium cars, thanks to its pioneering efficientdynamics program. More news on other worthy winners later today. Tags: BMW Elektromotive Latest news GreenFleet awards paul lucas.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2010

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AUGUST 25, 2009

BMW 320d EfficientDynamics – Announced late last week, this car will have the lowest emissions of any in the BMW range at a mere 109g/km and will be priced on the same terms as the regular model. For now though, we want to know which of these vehicles you are most looking forward to seeing on our roads?

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NOVEMBER 24, 2009

While the whole range benefits from fuel efficiency gains through use of BMW’s innovative EfficientDynamics – such as low rolling resistance tyres, regenerative breaking, optimal gear shift indication, and active aerodynamics – the BMW 520d will be the first BMW to utilise an engine start/stop system.

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DECEMBER 4, 2009

The show will feature the highly anticipated plug-in Chevrolet Volt, the performance plug-in Fisker Karma, Audi’s all-electric e-Tron concept based on the R8 and BMW’s Vision EfficientDynamics Concept, which combines the performance of a BMW M model with the fuel consumption and emissions of a modern small car. Audi Q7 TDI. Audi e-Tron. •

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MAY 24, 2010

Driven by the Sunday Times’ Tom Ford, a 320d EfficientDynamics saloon filled up at the Channel Tunnel, made it to Munich and as far as Lille on [.]. Tags: BMW 3 series efficientdynamics fuel efficiency Munich.

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

There has been plenty of coverage of BMW’s Efficient Dynamics strategy over the last few days (see article) – which aims to reduce CO2 emissions and fuel consumption while increasing vehicle performance. However, how does this strategy apply to battery electric vehicles? The answer is that BMW is looking to extend the range of electric [.].

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2012

BMW is firmly on the green car bandwagon – as indicated by the latest enhancements to both the 1 Series and 3 Series vehicles, set to be released this autumn. Both vehicles will feature a number of enhancements with the ultra-economical BMW 114d (pictured) making its debut; while, the for the first time, intelligent four-wheel [.].

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JANUARY 26, 2012

to report on BMW introducing a new range of M Performance Automobiles – however, there is a distinctly green flavour to these new vehicles. The vehicles boast a new six-cylinder in-line diesel engine and feature three turbochargers capable of delivering a maximum output of 280kW and peak torque of 740Nm. [.].

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FEBRUARY 22, 2012

Reducing fuel consumption isn’t all about tweaking the engine – BMW has managed it by introducing a new automatic climate control system.

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OCTOBER 14, 2011

The confirmation is part of the Group’s launch plan of the new sixth generation 3 Series set to arrive in the UK next February. BMW has revealed it plans to launch a hybrid-powered 3 Series towards the end of 2012. The hybrid 3 Series, known as the ActiveHybrid 3, will utilise the same powertrain found [.].

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AUGUST 30, 2011

As part of BMW’s drive for ‘efficient dynamics’ the car maker is investing heavily into research to find new ways to maximise the miles to the gallon. Currently even the most efficient of combustion engines can only convert about one-third of the energy from fossil fuels into kinetic energy, the rest is lost, at least [.].

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JUNE 3, 2011

Where we stand: June, 2011 Known throughout the world for its performance and luxury vehicles, BMW is unlikely to be one of the first names you’d think of when it comes to producing green cars. However, the German carmaker has been among the early innovators in the environmental field having already tested the waters with [.].

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