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European Sales of Chevy Spark Begin 1Q 2010 with Two Engines at Launch, LPG Variants

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GM Europe is launching the Chevrolet Spark ( earlier post ), providing more detail on the all-new mini car prior to its going on sale in Europe in the first quarter of 2010. Two gasoline engines are on offer at launch with displacements of 1.0 Both engines come with a five-speed manual gearbox. in 2008 and less than 5% in 2005.

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Daimler to begin production and sales of Fuso Canter Eco Hybrid in Europe

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This will make the Canter Eco Hybrid the first series-produced truck of its class to be manufactured in Europe (in Tramagal, Portugal). Sales of the new generation model have already begun in Japan. This engine has an exhaust gas recycling system and a particle filter. Earlier post.).

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Kia introducing bi-fuel gasoline-LPG Picanto in Europe

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liter Kappa engine which produces 67 ps (66 hp, 49 kW) and 90 N·m (66 lb-ft) of torque. To process LPG the engine is fitted with an additional fuel system featuring a solenoid valve, vaporiser (which turns the liquid LPG into a gas by reducing its pressure by 0.7 Bar), a gas filter and an injector module. liter gasoline model.

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Northern Lights Energy and Reva Electric Car Company Sign Agreement to Develop the Electric Vehicle Market in Iceland

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The sales and marketing of the car will commence in the second half of 2010 and customer deliveries at the end of 2010. Top speed is 104 km/h (65 mph) with a range of 160 km (99 miles) per charge. Earlier post.) Iceland is also being considered by Reva as a possible site for a European assembly plant.

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Nissan Unveils the LEAF Production EV

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Top speed is 140 km/h (90 mph). Meanwhile, lithium-ion batteries are being produced in Zama, Japan, with additional capacity planned for the USA, the UK and Portugal, and other sites for investment are under study around the world. Connectors for quick and regular charge are at the front of the hood. Click to enlarge.

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Toyota Formally Announces Introduction of Plug-in Prius Into Key Markets, Targeting Tens of Thousands in Public Sales in Two Years

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To promote the soonest widespread use of PHEVs, TMC will analyze feedback regarding the initial release of the Prius Plug-in Hybrid, with an aim to begin sales in the tens of thousands of units to the general public in two years. Maximum speed in EV mode is 100 km/h (62 mph). 100 km/h (62 mph). miles) in the Japanese JC08 cycle.

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Renault Unveils Finalized Designs of Fluence Z.E. and Kangoo Express Z.E.; Opens Pre-Reservations

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which is due to go on sale in Israel, Denmark and the rest of Europe from 2011, at motorists and fleet operators who are looking for a “status-enhancing vehicle” that is both economical to run and respectful of the environment. Top speed is 135 km/h (84 mph). m 3 ) as the internal combustion-engined version. Fluence Z.E.

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