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GM will cut ‘1 million tonnes of CO2’ with 13 new engines

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One new unit has already debuted in the new Cascada convertible and more petrol and diesel engines ranging from [.]. Vauxhall and its parent company General Motors are in the process of rolling out 13 new engines between now and 2016, as the manufacturer looks to improve the refinement and emission levels of its powertrain line-up.

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Volvo fuel cell technology offers jobs boost

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The fuel cells will be charged with hydrogen gas, which is then converted into electricity, water and carbon dioxide (CO2) via a chemical reaction. Compared with normal diesel or petrol powered engines, fuel cells produce much less CO2 and no emissions at all of particulates and nitrogen oxides.

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Hyundai-Kia takes hybrid programme forward

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Keep your eyes on Korean manufacturer Hyundai-Kia which is determined not to be forgotten in the green car race. Tags: Green cars Hybrid cars Hyundai Kia Latest news Continuously Variable Transmission CVT Hyundai Elantra LPI Hybrid Hyundai hybrids Hyundai-Kia Kia Forte LPI Hybrid Kia hybrids.

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Kia Motors launches hybrid electric vehicle

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The hybrid system comprises of a converter, inverter, 180V lithium-ion polymer battery and an electric motor. The hybrid Forte has some impressive credentials that are sure to catch the eye of car buyers eager to lower their fuel consumption and do their bit for the environment. Its carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions are just 99g/km.

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BMW looks into intelligent heat management

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Could intelligent heat management systems be a new weapon in the battle to reduce fuel consumption and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions? By making some of this waste heat energy available through intelligent heat management there is significant potential to reduce both fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

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BMW provides update on ActiveHybrid X6

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The engine originally made its debut in the BMW X6 xDrive50i – the world’s first V8 petrol engine with two turbochargers and two catalytic converters in the V-section between the two rows of the cylinders. Its average fuel consumption is 23.8mpg and it has a CO2 emission rating of 231g/km. Peak torque is 780Nm.

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Audi A5 Cabriolet road test

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However, it does undercut the BMW 3-Series Convertible – its nearest rival – by about £1,500, so it’s not an unreasonable amount for a premium car. litre TSI petrol engine officially consumes a decent-enough 41.5mpg, with CO2 emissions of 156g/km, placing it in Band G for road tax (£150 per year). RoadTestReports.co.uk

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