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Poland-based Romet Introduces Low-Cost NEV Prototype

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The 4E may go into production in 2011, mainly for Western European markets. Tags: Brief. Polish firm Romet presented at Intermot 2010 in Cologne a prototype of small neighborhood electric car (NEV) named 4E (Electric, Economic, Ecologic, Easy). The Romet 4E. Click to enlarge. Original report here.).

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European Biodiesel Production Up 16.6% in 2009

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EU biodiesel production increased 16.6% This increase is well below the increases in production in three of the four prior years (35% in. Despite this lower production increase, the EU remains the. Despite this lower production increase, the EU remains the. European biodiesel production capacity is currently.

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DAF Putting LF Hybrid Truck Into Production; Eaton Hybrid System

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At the IAA 2010 in Hanover, DAF Trucks, a PACCAR company, presented the 12-tonne LF45 parallel hybrid truck, which will enter production at the end of this year. Depending on the success of the LF Hybrid in these markets, DAF will decide whether to include the vehicle in the standard product range in other countries.

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EEA Report: Trends in European Transport Are Heading in the Wrong Direction

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Rail and inland waterway freight recorded increases of 11% and 17% respectively but saw their market share decline. However, many vehicles rolling off production lines are anything but green, the freight sector still favours the least efficient transport modes and railways across the EU still do not have a unified system.

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European release date of Chevrolet Spark revealed

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The Chevrolet Volt may grab most of the headlines, but General Motors has other exciting products ready to enter dealerships in 2010. As the fastest growing segment of the market globally, the mini-car segment represents almost 10 per cent of the total European passenger car market – up from 6.5

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New Nexteer Polyamide Rack Bearing Improves Feel and Noise of EPS Systems

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As vehicle manufacturers create more premium models for new market segments and reduce vehicle weights, it will help to ensure the perceived quality of vehicles continues to meet customers’ expectations for their brand. Paul Poirel, Nexteer’s chief product engineer, Europe. Tags: Fuel Efficiency Vehicle Systems.

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