Green Cars News

JUNE 27, 2009

As part of the event, the company presented the capabilities of its Aerodynamic Test Centre and Aerolab, along with a new 3.0litre petrol unit that combines turbo-charging, direct fuel injection and VALVETRONIC fully variable valve management.

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Green Cars News

MAY 26, 2009

If you thought the environmental achievements of the new Toyota Prius were limited to its fuel economy and low emissions then Toyota is determined to prove you wrong. The ecological plastic has been used for foam and injection moulded parts in the new Prius such as seat cushions and deck trim.

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Green Cars News

JUNE 29, 2009

The title of WhatGreenCar Car of the Year 2009 has been awarded to the ‘next generation’ Toyota Prius, due to be launched in the UK on 1 st August 2009. The new Prius was chosen from a short-list of 10 green car finalists which were test-driven at Imperial College, London, by six of the UK’s leading green transport and environmental experts.

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Green Cars News

APRIL 25, 2009

per cent improvement in fuel economy in operation. The team began work on the VCR mechanism as a reaction to drawbacks in current approaches aimed at aiding fuel efficiency in petrol engines. Tags: Green cars Latest news Honda R&D Co SAE World Congress variable compression ratio engine.

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Green Cars News

JULY 23, 2009

Their forthcoming supercar the Bentley Continental Supersports has at its heart the company’s first dual fuel engine, capable of running on petrol but also, and importantly, on bioethanol (E85). seconds, and a top speed of 204mph!

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Green Cars News

NOVEMBER 7, 2011

Gordon Murray was crowned the successful winner of last Saturday’s RAC Future Car Challenge-the second time the former F1 designer has won the energy efficiency competition. Over 60 cars took part in the 60 mile challenge to London, with a range of electric, fuel cell, hybrid, fuel efficient diesel and petrol cars at the starting [.].

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Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 8, 2009

However, with Japanese rivals such as Toyota and Honda having burst into an early lead in the green car race and Chinese manufacturers challenging the dominance of the traditional ‘big name’ manufacturers, is there room for the new GM to succeed? How GM hopes to recover. Starting from 2010 its 2.4l Embracing new technologies.

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Green Cars News

APRIL 28, 2009

The seemingly all conquering Toyota iQ achieved another success recently when UK based online retailer TheHut.com confirmed plans to adopt the small 4-seater as its company car. Plus let’s not overlook the excellent fuel economy, helping the fleet run for considerably less than a usual 15-strong company fleet.

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Green Cars News

MAY 5, 2009

The affordable hybrid car will be an example of environmental technology used by the museum on a daily basis as part of a drive to improve the museum’s energy efficiency. Honda’s all-new Insight is being put to work by the Science Museum. Showcasing this innovation at a hub of science and technology education is great.”.

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Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

Question: Can you tell explain Ford’s strategy for introducing greener cars? Ecoboost is a petrol engine technology that gets more out of the same engine. A: The new Ford Focus ECOnetic also introduces a new green technology that we are calling EcoMode. Q: EcoBoost is a new petrol engine platform, can you tell us more?

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Green Cars News

APRIL 30, 2009

This is intended to provide a greater incentive for drivers to choose a lower-carbon car within the class of vehicle they prefer. The new fuel economy label which confirms the new VED rates will be available for download from the Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA) website [link]. Discounts for alternative fuelled cars (e.g.

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Green Cars News

AUGUST 30, 2009

The car maker has lined up three new vehicles to make their debut at the event: the efficient A3 1.2 TFSI: Part of Audi’s philosophy in addressing efficiency is downsizing and so it’s no surprise to see a new turbocharged petrol direct injection 1.2 TFSI; the low-emission A4 3.0TDI; and the S5 Sportback.

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Green Cars News

APRIL 16, 2009

engine, which is flex-fuel capable, will replace seven current Chrysler V-6 engines: the 2.7l; 3.0l (China); 3.3l; 3.5l; 3.7l; 3.8l; and 4.0l. The company hopes that the new Pentastar V-6 will contribute a 2mpg fuel economy increase, inching the company closer to its 2015 target.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

General Motors Chevy Volt series PHEV, which it calls "extended range electric vehicle" (EREV), part of "E-Flex" multi-fuel platform. They will buy a car and rent or lease the battery and the cost of leasing the battery will be the same as, or less than, the cost theyre paying today for petrol. Plans Saturn Vue PHEV-10.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

If no one wants your car (because people think it sucks), then no one will buy it, regardless of how good the fuel economy may or may not be. cheaper (frame, electric motors, battery), lasts longer (less moving parts = less to break and maintain) and just a greater win, more future compatible too. Posted by: Nick K. |

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