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SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

Here we offer our pick of the top 10 green cars at the IAA Frankfurt Motor Show: Ford Focus EcoNetic – With its start/stop engine technology, the Ford Focus EcoNetic promises to break the 100g/km carbon dioxide (CO2) threshold with emissions of just 99g/km. Lexus LF-Ch – Considered a rival to the BMW 120d and the Audi A3 2.0

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APRIL 18, 2012

UK drivers are increasingly choosing lower emission cars, new research suggests. New cars registered in the UK last year were on average, 18 per cent more efficient than the average car on the road, according to a new report from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

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AUGUST 27, 2009

Well, Seattle will get 15 diesel/electric work trucks that are expected to save more than 10,000 gallons of diesel fuel a year as well as reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by more than 112 tons annually. Seattle also signed an agreement to be one of the first markets to introduce the Nissan LEAF back in April.

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JUNE 8, 2009

The race to be named green car of the year 2009 is over and the winner is… the Volvo S40. The vehicle beat out 23 other contenders to the top accolade at the What Car? Green Awards, which are held in association with Michelin and Warranty Direct. V6 was the best green luxury car.

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OCTOBER 13, 2014

The new Mazda2 supermini is on its way to the European market, with details now revealed on the new car’s drivetrains and equipment. litre diesel with headline low emission figure of 89g/km CO2 and fuel economy of[.]. A choice of four engines will be offered including the new 77kW/105ps Skyactiv-D 1.5

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JULY 27, 2009

Europcar is to give customers information on average CO 2 emissions for each car group as part of its online fleet guide at www.europcar.co.uk. Tags: Green cars co2 data Europcar. With the price of unleaded petrol now over £1 a litre, Europcar is helping customers focus on both fuel efficiency and eco-friendly driving.

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APRIL 8, 2010

Small cars will no longer mean cheap cars as the car market is set for minor revolution, it is predicted. According to Network Automotive, the long established perceived link in car buyer’s mind between vehicle size and prestige is about to be blown apart.

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OCTOBER 13, 2009

Generally, any alternative energy form that can help reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and limit our reliance on fossil fuels is well-received. Known as the ‘food versus fuel’ debate, some experts believe that placing energy markets in competition with food markets for arable land will result in higher food prices.

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JANUARY 11, 2013

Based on the Clio platform, the new Captur is an ‘urban’ crossover which will boast ‘expressive’ style and promises class-leading fuel economy and emissions as low as 96g/km CO2. It is designed to help the carmaker catch a slice [.].

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MAY 7, 2009

By analysing carbon dioxide (CO2) data for this year’s new car sales in the UK, it found that Ford has made more improvements than any other car manufacturer in terms of reducing its CO2 output, which is directly linked to improving fuel economy.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2010

Average emission level of cars sold in Europe fell by 7.9 g/km CO2 last year, as the industry witnessed an increased market for small cars. According to a leading provider of automotive data and intelligence, JATO Dynamics, over half the cars in Europe in 2009 emitted less than 140g/km CO2.

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JUNE 18, 2010

According to Jato Dynamics, despite recent efforts to encourage the US market to catch up on the race to slash emissions, a study of the US car market for the first quarter [.]. The US is still lagging behind Japan and Europe when it comes to reducing vehicle emissions, a leading provider of automotive data reveals.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2009

Efforts to increase fuel economy and lower emissions show no signs of losing pace as the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a report revealing a fifth consecutive increase in new vehicle fuel efficiency with a corresponding decrease in average carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Hybrids are projected to have a 1.8

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NOVEMBER 12, 2009

The use of electric cars could actually lead to a rise in emissions, a damning new report reveals. European Commission President José Manuel Barroso called in September for transport and electrical supply to be ‘decarbonised’, highlighting the development of electric cars as a key aim.

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OCTOBER 30, 2013

Recently named the European leader for the sales of low emission cars, with an average of just 115.9g/km km CO2, Renault is known for its efficient combustion cars like the ever-popular Clio and compact crossover, the Captur. With four electric vehicles on the market, this French firm also boasts the b[.].

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DECEMBER 6, 2009

The Los Angeles Motor Show may be in full swing, but attention is already turning to the Geneva Motor Show in March, 2010, where Nissan will reveal its new V-Platform technology and an all-new global compact car. It also allows the cars to fit a high specification while remaining affordable.

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APRIL 20, 2009

When you think of all the exciting new innovations and concepts breaking into the automotive sector that focus on the term “green&# , it doesn’t seem to make much sense for older cars to be deemed “greener&# than their more fuel efficient replacements. Change your air filter. Change your oil. . Change your oil.

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MAY 14, 2012

It is the second passenger mini-vehicle that the company has released on its home turf – and now Toyota is hoping the new Pixis Epoch (pictured) can gain a lion’s share of the Japanese mini-car market. The petrol powered vehicle boasts fuel economy of 70.6mpg and CO2 emissions at a meagre 77g/km and is set [.].

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FEBRUARY 6, 2014

Citroen has revealed the production-ready version of its C4 Cactus which is set to arrive on the market this autumn. With a focus on lightweight design and a radical look, the new C-segment car will boast strong fuel economy and low CO2 emissions, expected to be officially rated as delivering up t[.].

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JULY 5, 2009

The development of electric cars is a marathon not a sprint - that’s the verdict of Volkswagen AG Chairman of the Board of Management Professor Dr Martin Winterkorn as he announced the introduction of the company’s first electric vehicles based on the Up! new small family in 2013. per cent in pure electric vehicles in 2020.

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MAY 23, 2012

With fuel economy of 63mpg and CO2 emissions at just 119g/km, the Hyundai i30 (pictured) is already established as one of the greenest cars on the market – and now it is one of the safest too. That’s because the new generation of the Hyundai i30 has scooped the maximum five-star rating from Euro NCAP, [.].

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JULY 26, 2009

In addition the company will introduce an advanced liquid injection LPG system for the Falcon beginning in 2010, with initial analysis indicating that the LPG technology can cut carbon dioxide (CO2) levels by around 12 per cent. Tags: Ford Green cars Latest news Ford Australia Ford Falcon Ford Territory.

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JUNE 22, 2009

Japanese car manufacturer Nissan continues to make progress on its Nissan Green Program 2010 mid-term environmental plan and has now announced an update in its status - along with the announcement of a clean-diesel engine for the Japanese market.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2009

Perhaps its indicative of the Toyota Prius’s standing in the green car world that it is seen as the standard bearer that most new vehicles aim to surpass. An updated version came into effect in October last year for vehicle models sold for the first time from April 2009 onwards in the Australian market.

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JULY 2, 2009

In an effort to accelerate the introduction of fuel cell cars to the market, the parties will make a joint investment of SEK 200million in Powercell Sweden AB. The fuel cells will be charged with hydrogen gas, which is then converted into electricity, water and carbon dioxide (CO2) via a chemical reaction.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2009

Toyota has long been one of the leading carmakers in the world of green cars. As the world’s largest passenger car producer, Toyota continues to lead the field in research and testing a number of new technology vehicles. What is it that makes Toyota, a leader in the field of green car technology?

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MAY 7, 2009

New car sales fell 24 per cent in April, the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has revealed. New car registrations in the UK stood at 133,475 units this April, the lowest since 1991. The drop in sales continues a trend in depressed car sales, with 28.5

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AUGUST 22, 2012

The established turf growers at Q Lawns have just taken delivery of two eco-friendly VW Golf Bluemotion cars. The car is one of the least polluting vehicles on the market. Its CO2 rating of 99g/km makes it [.]. This ensures that the sales team can keep in touch with customers, causing minimal damage to the environment.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2011

The new Peugeot 3008 Hybrid4 is now on the market and available for pre-order. The first full diesel hybrid light duty passenger vehicle is available in two versions: a 99g/km CO2 version and a 104g/km CO2 version, after the limited edition model sold out. At the heart of the new Peugeot 3008 Hybrid 4 is [.].

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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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OCTOBER 28, 2009

The two organisations will work to promote the use of electric vehicles in the Catalan capital after Barcelona made environmental sustainability a key policy initiative through the use of renewable sources of energy and a reduction in carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.

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JULY 15, 2009

Car manufacturers continue to jump on the hybrid car bandwagon, and now you can add Kia Motors to the list. The hybrid Forte has some impressive credentials that are sure to catch the eye of car buyers eager to lower their fuel consumption and do their bit for the environment. Its carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions are just 99g/km.

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JUNE 30, 2009

Since the charging zone began operating in 2003 Hybrid cars have been exempt from the charge (currently £8.00 The disparity was highlighted to Boris Johnson by Stuart Kerr, Regional President for Europe from Volvo Car Corporation when he collected the What Car? Green Car of the Year award from The Mayor recently.

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2010

The new Saab 9-3 will have emissions of just 119g/km CO2 when it goes on sale, bringing it in line with its competitors such as the BMW 1 series (with emissions from 118g/km CO2) and Audi A3 (with emissions from 99g/km CO2). Aimed at the competitive company car market, the new 2011 Saab 9-3 [.].

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JULY 19, 2009

With car buyers continuing to demand vehicles with better fuel consumption and lower emissions, Mercedes Benz is adding two new BlueEFFICIENCY four-cylinder models to its engine line-up for the new E-Class. The saloon car will accelerate from 0-100km/h in 10.2 seconds and reach a top speed of 130mph.

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APRIL 21, 2009

From the efforts to make F1 green to the Michelin Green X Challenge, more and more green cars and green car innovations are making their way into the sport’s most renowned events. Volkswagen will unleash two cars with natural gas engines at the event - two Scirocco GT24-CNG 2.0

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AUGUST 23, 2013

Hyundai’s new, refreshed ix35 compact SUV arrives in the UK from September 1, 2013, promising emissions from just 138g/km CO2 and priced from just £16,995-lower than the current model’s starting price. Entering a highly competitive market, the new Hyundai model will face rivals including the Sko[.].

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