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SEAT Ibiza sets new fuel economy record

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Ibiza may be the place most Brits go to enjoy some excessive drinking – but its namesake in the automotive world is anything but drunk on fuel. The achievement sets a new record for the fuel-sipping Spanish supermini and was reached by Austrian economy driving specialist Gerhard Plattner.

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Renault-Nissan Alliance and Daimler expand cooperation with new $1.4B plant in Mexico; next-gen compacts for Mercedes-Benz and Infiniti

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The new engines will feature advanced technology in a compact package and will offer a significant improvement in fuel economy, as well as low emissions. Renault and Daimler are also jointly developing a new direct-injection turbocharged small gasoline engine family. Market Background Vehicle Manufacturers'

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Drive Electric Submission on the Emissions Reduction Plan Discussion Document

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states with fossil fuel car bans in place. Slovenia, Iceland, the Netherlands, Ireland, India, Denmark, Sweden, Israel, Germany and the United Kingdom all have 2030 deadlines. Successful schemes should be designed to capture CO2, fuel economy, NOx and safety benefits. There are at least 31 countries and U.S.