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New Opel Insignia to debut with three new engine options; diesel as low as 99 gCO2/km

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mpg US ) over the combined cycle (according to Regulation [EC] No 715/2007), while the Sports Tourer achieves 3.9 mpg US ) and emits 114 g/km CO 2 (Sports Tourer: 4.5/100 liters per 100 km (50 mpg US ). l/100 km (38 mpg US ) with 146 g/km CO 2. The entry-level gasoline engine at market launch is a Euro 6 1.4

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Hagens Berman files class-action fuel economy and emissions lawsuit against Fiat Chrysler and Cummins over SCR defect in RAM 2500 and 3500 diesels

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When the computer in an affected Dodge RAM 2500 or 3500 is flashed, it causes the truck’s MPG to decline significantly, the lawsuit says. The mechanic also told him that upwards of 25% of the fuel is being diverted through the exhaust system to heat up the emissions, according to the filed complaint.

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New diesel Volkswagen Golf GTD heading for the US; first driving impressions

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Volkswagen has introduced a new version of the Golf GTD (“Gran Turismo Diesel”) in Europe, and plans to bring it to the US market, reportedly likely for the 2016 model year. diesel delivering 184 horsepower (137 kW), 280 lb-ft (380 N·m) of torque, CO 2 emissions of 109 g/km, and a NEDC combined fuel economy figure of 56 mpg US (4.2

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Audi banking on Gen 2 3.0L TDI diesel for US sales; calls for a “fair shot” for diesel

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Audi of America introduced four new TDI clean diesel models for the US market this year—the Audi A8, A7, A6, Q5—along with an updated Q7 TDI, all equipped with a second-generation 3.0L The survey is similar to surveys run by UMTRI on the same topic in 2006 and 2007. Audi''s Gen 2 3.0L Click to enlarge. V6 TDI diesel engine.

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Toyota reduces fuel consumption and emissions across the new Auris range; 13% average reduction in CO2 compared to predecessors; gasoline, diesel and hybrid

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Toyota is unveiling its new Auris for the European market ( earlier post ), representing its first step in a product offensive in the European C-Segment. Average emissions for Auris—which is designed for the European market—have fallen steadily over the last years. mpg US) and 134 g/km respectively. 1.33l Dual VVT-i.

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Toyota Introduces Hybrid Version of the Auris 2010, Optimal Drive for Gasoline and Diesel Units

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The C-segment remains a core element of the volume market, representing almost 20% of total European new car sales. L/100km (62 mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 89 g/km. The overall Auris CO 2 average has been reduced from 152 g/km in 2007 to 142 g/km in 2009. L/100 km (39 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 139 g/km.

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Volvo Car Corporation to Introduce Diesel Plug-in Hybrid in Europe in 2012

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liters per 100 km (124 mpg US), according to the NEDC certification driving cycle. The diesel engine will be optimized to run on renewable synthetic diesel, and will meet future exhaust emission requirements. For longer distances, the diesel automatically takes over. The combined range is about 1,200 kilometers (746 miles).

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