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SEAT pushes forward with CNG line-up

Green Car Congress

SEAT, a member of the Volkswagen Group, continues to spearhead the introduction of compressed natural gas (CNG) technology, giving customers the widest choice of vehicles that are cleaner, more sustainable and offer even greater efficiency. SEAT is committed to boosting CNG as a sustainable alternative to conventional fossil fuels.

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Tsinghua/Argonne Study Finds That Mass Use of EVs in China Could Result in Higher CO2 and Criteria Pollutant Emissions Than Conventional and Hybrid Gasoline Vehicles Due to Coal-Fired Generation of Electricity

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Gasoline vehicle exhausts contribute very little to total national SO 2 emission (0.2% Therefore, coordinated policies between these two sectors are needed to reinforce EVs’ progress toward a cleaner future. in 2006) but if they are replaced by EVs, the contribution would rise to 2-4%. Hong Huo, Qiang Zhang, Michael Q. Wang, David G.

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New Engines for the New Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupé: More Power, Less CO2

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liter, four-cylinder diesel features latest-generation common-rail direct injection, fast piezo injectors, enhanced exhaust gas recirculation, and new twin turbochargers to ensure spontaneous power delivery and excellent performance characteristics. All of the engines for the new E-Class Coupé are EU5-compliant. New four-cylinder diesel.

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From Recreation to Everyday Transport: The Growing Appeal of E-Bikes

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million metric tons of CO2 equivalent (CO2e) in one year — equivalent to avoiding the use of 208.5 Over time, cars and light-duty trucks have become cleaner and more efficient (Thanks EPA and NHTSA!), In many locations and situations, e-bikes can replace a significant number of trips that are usually made in cars.