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ENGIE selects Plug Power for refueling system for hydrogen-powered mine truck; 1 tonne H2/day

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Eight Ballard FCveloCity-HD 100 kW fuel cell modules will power a retrofitted Ultra heavy-duty mining truck in the demonstration project. Operational performance of the converted trucks is expected to be the same or better than the original diesel trucks, with the additional benefits of cleaner air, less noise and lower maintenance costs.

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Mercedes-Benz Vans shows pickup truck concepts; market launch in late 2017; diesel V6

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The key markets will be Argentina, Brazil, South Africa, Australia with New Zealand, and Europe. The top-of-the-line model will be powered by a V6 diesel in combination with 4MATIC permanent all-wheel drive. The key markets are Brazil, Argentina, Australia, and South Africa. Click to enlarge.

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Cummins Emission Solutions introduces next-gen aftertreatment system EcoFit Single Module

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The smaller size enables better heat management and retention for improved fuel economy capability, while the simple single-pass exhaust flow design delivers low back pressure, meeting the needs of end-user customers. Currently, Cummins Emission Solutions offers two separate EcoFit on-highway systems: EcoFit Diesel Particulate Filter Systems.

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Fiat 875cc TwinAir named International Engine of the Year 2011

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Judged by a panel of 76 motoring journalists from 36 countries as disparate as the USA, Japan, China, Russia, New Zealand, India, Korea, Germany, France, Romania, South Africa, Mexico and the UK, the Awards highlight and acknowledge engine engineering excellence. liter 16v engine, but fuel consumption is 30% lower. 1-Liter to 1.4-Liter.

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Mercedes-Benz introduces its mid-size pickup truck: the X-Class leans on diesel

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At the beginning of 2018 South Africa, Australia and New Zealand will follow, and at the beginning of 2019 Argentina and Brazil. Production for the markets in Europe, Australia and South Africa will start at the Nissan plant in Barcelona, Spain, in 2017. The market launch in Europe is scheduled for November 2017.

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