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VW To Invest 4B in China Expansion; Shanghai Volkswagen Produces its Five millionth Vehicle

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Together with FAW-Volkswagen in Changchun, the second joint venture, the Group has delivered more than eight million vehicles from the Volkswagen, Audi and Škoda brands in China since 1984. Tags: Brief. These investments will be financed from the cash flow of both Volkswagen joint ventures. billion RMB (€1.13 billion, US$1.7

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Bridgestone Launches Ecopia EP150 Tire

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In Japan, Ecopia tires were first used on electric-powered cars in 1991, setting the stage for the Ecopia M881 and Ecopia R221 series of tires for trucks and buses, which were released in the replacement market in 2002. Tags: Brief. In 2008, the Toyota IQ city car left the factory on Ecopia EP25 tires.

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Lear Announces New Seating System with 25lb Weight Savings; ECO Fabrics from 100% Recycled Plastic Bottles and Polyester Yarn

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EPP was introduced in 2002 on the Audi A2. Tags: Fuel Efficiency Sustainability Vehicle Systems. Recyclable Expanded Polypropylene (EPP). A lightweight replacement for petroleum-based foams that is 100% recyclable and enhances seat comfort and design. ECO Fabrics.

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Volkswagen to expand Chinese operations

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The investments will be sourced from the cash flow of both Volkswagen joint ventures as with FAW-Volkswagen, in Changchun, the Group has delivered more than eight million vehicles since 1984 across its VW, Audi and Skoda brands. Tags: Green cars Latest news Volkswagen China FAW-Volkswagen Shanghai Volkswagen Volkswagen AG.

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