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Mercedes-Benz Vans shows pickup truck concepts; market launch in late 2017; diesel V6

Green Car Congress

The pickup will be launched in late 2017 in Europe under the name Mercedes-Benz X-Class. The key markets will be Argentina, Brazil, South Africa, Australia with New Zealand, and Europe. Production for the European, Australian and South African markets will start at the Nissan plant in Barcelona, Spain, in 2017.

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Cummins Emission Solutions introduces next-gen aftertreatment system EcoFit Single Module

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The systems require little to no maintenance with occasional dosing system filter maintenance depending on the application. This new solution, which will meet GHG and fuel efficiency standards for EPA 2017, specifically addresses the needs of medium- and heavy-duty engine customers in low emissions markets.

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Mercedes-Benz introduces its mid-size pickup truck: the X-Class leans on diesel

Green Car Congress

The market launch in Europe is scheduled for November 2017. At the beginning of 2018 South Africa, Australia and New Zealand will follow, and at the beginning of 2019 Argentina and Brazil. Production for the markets in Europe, Australia and South Africa will start at the Nissan plant in Barcelona, Spain, in 2017.

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EV Charging: A Look at the International Landscape

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South Africa, the European Union and the U.S. Starting in 2017, the Germany-based company IONITY set out to address this problem. Open networks mean that property owners can select from more vendors, more drivers can use the charging stations and system maintenance and updates are easier to implement over time.