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Renewable-methanol fueled Geely cars in fleet testing in Iceland; 70% reduction in WTW CO2 compared to gasoline

Green Car Congress

The participants reported virtually no difference in driving experience compared to regular gasoline- or diesel-fueled cars. liter, 127 hp engine which can run on both 100% methanol (M100) and gasoline. The version used in the fleet test has a 50-liter methanol tank as well as a 10-liter gasoline tank. It features a 1.8-liter,

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Neste Oil to launch the first diesel complying with Category 4 WWFC diesel specification; reduces fuel consumption by 5% and emissions

Green Car Congress

WWFC specifications for gasoline and diesel are based on extensive R&D work and experience gathered from fuels used worldwide, and comprise four categories for each fuel type, with increasing stringency.

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California Energy Commission Adopts $176M Green Transportation Plan

Green Car Congress

More than 38 percent of the carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases in California come from burning gasoline and diesel in cars and trucks. Vehicles are the major contributor to global warming pollution. The Investment Plan promotes sustainable development. Vice Chair James Boyd. 2 million for propane vehicles.

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Electrification gaining momentum in fleet vehicle industry – Charged EVs

Baua Electric

The cost to charge an electric vehicle is significantly less than purchasing diesel or gasoline. This will help to accelerate the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable transportation future. Lower fuel and maintenance costs compared to diesel or natural gas vehicles.

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Toyota Hot and Cold on Plug-in Hybrids

Plugs and Cars

Asahi reports: "Electric vehicles that run only on electricity are said to be more environmentally friendly than hybrid vehicles because they have no emissions and do not use gasoline. Essentially an acknowledgement that a plug-in hybrid is better all around than the gasoline-dependent hybrids that you can 't plug in available today.

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Reaction Design introduces model fuel library resulting from work of Model Fuels Consortium

Green Car Congress

Volume 1 of the library, available now, includes: Improved fundamental models for C 0 to C 4 hydrocarbons, enabling accurate prediction of flame propagation, auto-ignition and emissions. Gasoline components, including toluene, propylbenzene, ethyl benzene and xylene. Additive components such as ETBE.

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P G & E Plugs Drive

Plug In Partners

Today’s hybrid cars, such as the Toyota Prius, use electricity generated by gasoline-fueled engines. This would result in a gasoline savings of 1.14 The bottom line is, electricity is cleaner, cheaper and domestic ,” Geller said. The technology is available today. Become a Partner today.

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