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JATO: global vehicle sales fall by 39% in March; electrified vehicles up to 17.4% new registration market share in Europe

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The industry is being impacted largely by the uncertainty for the future, and this issue started to arise even before the pandemic took hold. Markets were significantly hit in Italy, France, Spain, Austria, Ireland, Slovenia, Greece and Portugal, where the combined volume fell from 634,600 units in March 2019 to 161,800 units last month.

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GE unveils LNG In A Box system

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The first unit will be installed near the border of Italy and Slovenia, with the potential for an additional 25 units for expansion into Europe and the CIS countries. Small-scale solutions such as the LNG In A Box system may encourage the transition of long-haul trucks from diesel fuel to LNG, GE suggests.

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Renault-Nissan Alliance and Daimler partnership solid and expanding; 12 projects on three continents

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We remain confident about our relationship for the foreseeable future. And that’s how we will continue to work together in the future—with joint projects that establish a win-win situation for all partners involved and create value for our customers worldwide. —Renault-Nissan CEO and Chairman Carlos Ghosn.

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Nissan to produce Mercedes-Benz 4-cylinder gasoline engines in North America; latest step in collaboration

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Two-seater smart vehicles will be produced at Daimler’s plant in Hambach, France, and four-seater smart and Renault production are slated for Renault’s plant in Novo Mesto, Slovenia. All-new entry-level city van project for Mercedes-Benz. The project is on schedule with expected launch in late 2012. Powertrain cross-supply.

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Renault-Nissan and Daimler Announce Strategic Cooperation; Equity Exchanges, Common Small Vehicle Platform, Powertrains and Light Commercial Vehicles

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The smart plant in Hambach, France will be the production location for the two-seater versions, while the Renault plant in Novo Mesto, Slovenia will be the production location for the four-seater versions. Right from its market launch, the jointly developed future models will also be available with an electric drive. Powertrains.

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SAIC showcases battery-electric Maxus EV80 van range at IAA

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The total cost of ownership of EV80 variants in most European markets will be within 5% of their diesel-powered competitors over the lifetime of the vehicles. A 10-inch infotainment screen is an optional extra, which includes the latest Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity applications.

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The irrational argument against government intervention with EVs & ICE vehicle bans

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Diesel vehicles may be totally banned as they wont meet the regulations of BS6 round 2. ​Here is why Electric Vehicles ARE the Future - Regulations, Coal, Pollution | #1 | हिंदी Why should the government interfere? The answer is simple. Then came the BS4 and then India moved towards BS6.Diesel

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