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Toyota Fortuner gets mild hybrid tech, but will it come to India? Check details

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One of the latest developments in the hybrid vehicle segment is the introduction of the Toyota Fortuner MHEV in South Africa. This hybrid SUV is expected to go on sale in other markets in the coming months, following its launch in South Africa. Under the hood, this SUV features a 2.8-liter

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Minerals used in electric cars: How much does the US import and from where?

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The source of the information is the International Energy Agency , so the data are applicable in general, and they are not specifically tailored to the cars made in the United States. China, Mexico, Canada, India. Gabon, South Africa, Australia, Georgia. If the latter, what are the source countries? Major import sources.

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Royal Enfield offers Rentals and Tours service in 25 countries | Autocar Professional

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Building on the success of Royal Enfield Rentals in India, the company has now made that service available across many more international markets and has dubbed it Royal Enfield Rentals and Tours. A call-back from the tour operator will be organised, to confirm and finalise details of the tour and the itinerary.

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Sasol willing to acquire minority stake in CTL JV with Coal India Ltd and NMDC

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Sasol Ltd has expressed its willingness to acquire a minority stake in a coal-to-liquids joint venture with Coal India Ltd (CIL) and NMDC Ltd, a little more than one year after it formed a 50:50 venture with Tata Steel Ltd for a similar project. Bhattacharyya, CIL’s chairman.

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Fiat 875cc TwinAir named International Engine of the Year 2011

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Fiat’s 875cc TwinAir engine ( earlier post ) was named the International Engine of the Year 2011. The other winners in this year’s International Engine of the Year awards were: Best Performance Engine. Click to enlarge. 1-Liter to 1.4-Liter. Volkswagen 1.4-Liter Liter TSI Twincharger. Liter to 1.8-Liter. Liter Turbo.

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Demand for Ford Figo More Than Doubles Ford India Sales in First Half

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Strong demand for the new Ford Figo has helped Ford India record a 135% increase year-on-year in half year sales, selling a total of 32,755 vehicles compared to 13,897 units last year. Ford Figo is designed and engineered to compete in India’s small car segment, which accounts for more than 70% of the new vehicle market.

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BNEF: EV company fundings bright spot as clean energy investment slips in Q3 quarter; 3 China EV companies raise $1.9B

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billion convertible issue from waste-to-energy specialist China Everbright International and a $311-million IPO by US fuel cell developer Bloom Energy. billion, the Enel Green Power South Africa portfolio, at $1.4 India at $1.5 South Africa at $2.6 Public markets investment in clean energy jumped 120% to $3.1

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