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SAIC-GM-Wuling completes expansion of Qingdao mini-commercial vehicle facility; 70% increase in capacity

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Among the products manufactured in Qingdao are the Wuling Rong Guang, Wuling Xingwang and Wuling PN-Series minivans. In addition, mini-commercial vehicles manufactured at the facility are being sold in a growing number of GM markets worldwide. It complements SGMW’s original manufacturing base in Liuzhou, Guangxi.

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Report: Nissan To Introduce Compact Hybrids in Japan in 2011

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Nissan is likely to develop a low-cost, compact powertrain similar to those in Honda hybrids, with an electric motor to provide additional power to a constantly working engine. Nissan’s Serena minivan is likely to be the first model to get the hybrid makeover. the Fuga luxury sedan due on market next fall, earlier post ).

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Report finds road transportation sector in Canada likely to fall far short of 2050 GHG emissions reduction target

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Even when taking into account reduced distances traveled per vehicle, improvements in fuel efficiency, and greater market penetration of alternative technology vehicles, Canada falls short of the 80-by-50 target. Focusing freight transportation on low-carbon options rather than the fastest option might provide a partial answer.

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Volvo EX30 to become a best-seller as the first models reach EU buyers

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Starting at $34,950 (36,000 euros), it will be one of the most affordable electric cars on the market. With “above-expected order rates,” Volvo will build the EX30 at its Ghent, Belgium plant (in addition to China) to meet the growing demand in Europe for low-cost EVS. The same situation is happening in Europe.

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Nissan to introduce compact hybrids

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The Nikkei reports that the company will develop a low-cost, compact powertrain similar to those in Honda hybrids with an electric motor that provides additional power to the constantly working engine. The company has already outlined plans to introduce an electric car in Japan and the US by the end of 2010.

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Volvo EX30 boosts EV sales share in February to reach a new record at 22%

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Volvo says its low-cost EV will hit new markets in the coming weeks. Volvo EX30 (Source: Volvo) When asked about the reported “slowdown” in the EV market, Rowan responded, “We are not seeing any order cancellations or any slowdown in order intake.” Europe was Volvo’s biggest market, with 8,799 EVs sold, up 31% YOY.

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Ford, VW Ante Up

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based minivan in Tokyo, followed by a plug-in hybrid sedan at Los Angeles. concept unveiled in Frankfurt is to give VW a low-cost, rear engine, affordable vehicle, both the minivan and plug-in hybrid should carry a meager price tag if they come to production. First, there is this story from Volkswagon.

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