red with that in 2020, and the energy guidance manual of Tianjin Branch will be formed at the same time. In terms of hazardous waste reduction, projects such as aqueous solvent precipitation + electro-Fenton process and sludge drying were carried out to reduce hazardous waste per vehicle, from 13.93kg/vehicle in 2020 to 10.57kg/vehicle in 2021. In addition, the Tianjin North China Base continued to strengthen the capacity of its energy and enviro...

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08 mm to accommodate spacious 523-liter luggage room. According to local media, it will go on sale in September. FAW-Volkswagen launched the new Audi A4L B-class sedan on September 10. The new Audi A4L, which adopts Volkswagen's MLB evo platform, is built at the Changchun Plant. The new sedan is 65 kg lighter than its predecessor. It is powered by a 2.0-liter TFSI engine mated to a seven-speed S-tronic transmission. The engine is available in hig...

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st system loss. The HDU35 compact high-efficiency transverse hybrid transmission boasts the industry’s shortest axial length of 376mm and features for the first time a medium-voltage silicon carbide inverter and a multi-layer flat-wire oil-cooled motor, reducing the assembly weight by more than 10kg compared with other products in its class. In terms of engine, the 20TD and 15TD hybrid engines have a respective thermal efficiency of 44.3% and 4...

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low as 4.95L/100km under the CLTC standard, an electric mode range of 200km under the CLTC standard, and a combined range of 1,120km under the CLTC standard. Equipped with a Deepal in-house developed hydrogen fuel cell system, the hydrogen fuel cell version has a hydrogen consumption as low as 0.73kg/100km under the CLTC standard. Deepal will adhere to the technical route of battery electric, and will successively launch a total of six products ...

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rin / Billy-Berclau site is subject to prior consultation with the public, led by two guarantors appointed by the National Commission for Public Debate (CNDP). Peugeot announced the all-new 308 on May 13. With the new EMP2 modular platform, the new 308 has compact dimensions and reduced weight (-140kg) compared to the previous generation. The new 308 will be presented for the first time at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2013 and sales will...

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Accumotive GmbH & Co. KG, Kamenz Plant (former Deutsche ACCUmotive GmbH & Co. KG) Lithium-ion battery modules and packs (Mild hybrid, PHV, EV) (2012-) *for Mercedes-Benz brand and smart brand Battery for: EQ/CLA models from MMA platform (2024-), EQ models from MB.EA platform (2026–planning) Mercedes-Benz Group's subsidiary, Lithium-ion battery factory - Number of employees: 1,100 (as of 2023) - The 2nd plant started in 2018 with Industry 4.0 t...

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On May 25, Maserati presented MC20 Cielo. Developed at the Maserati Innovation Lab and produced at the historic plant on Viale Ciro Menotti, the spyder is 100% made in Italy and 100% made in Modena, as is the coupé version. It is equipped with the revolutionary V6 Nettuno engine. It weighs just 65 kg more than the coupé. It has an outstanding weight-to-power ratio. The carbon fiber chassis also guarantees uncompromising torsional rigidity, offe...

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ebruary 18 to 20. On September 24 Toyota Motor Europe announced that it will present a production model of its iQ EV at the Paris International Motor Show. The new iQ EV is has the overall length of 3,120 mm, overall width of 1,680 mm, height of 1,505 mm and 2,000 mm wheelbase. The iQ EV weighs 125 kg more than a standard iQ , but Toyota says the interior space hasn’t been reduced as the battery is stored under the floor. The iQ EV’s fully el...

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inder petrol engine. In 2014, the Tremery plant produced 1,577,000 engines. The plant reached a milestone in January 2015 by producing its 40 millionth engine. Peugeot announced the all-new 308 on May 13. With the new EMP2 modular platform, the new 308 has compact dimensions and reduced weight (-140kg) compared to the previous generation. The new 308 will be presented for the first time at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2013 and sales will...

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pril 2014. The car measures 35 mm longer and 5 mm taller. Its wheelbase is also longer by 10 mm. By expanding on the application of Advanced-High Strength Steel (AHSS) to 51% from 21% of the previous model, the all-new Sonata has achieved improved safety. The car weights heavier than previous 1,451 kg at 1,460 kg, but its fuel economy improved to 12.6km per liter from 11.9km per liter due to engine improvements. In order to make the car more rigi...

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le. Spanning over 30,000 square meters, this carport will not only generate green power, but will also provide covered parking for finished cars in the plant. Tata Motors Limited has launched two CNG bi-fuel models, the Indigo emax and the Indica emax. The Indigo emax features a mileage of 24.6 km/kg, and runs 230km per charge on CNG and 650 km per charge on gasoline. The Indica emax features a mileage of 23.7 km/kg, and runs 230km per charge on...

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hat in 2023, it has reduced 297 tons of cardboard and 41 tons of plastic through its waste reduction policy, the Irati Project. The measures also led to a 141-ton decrease in carbon dioxide emissions. Cardboard savings are mainly from supplier side packaging. Plastic reduction per vehicle was 0.127 kg (27% less than 2022), and paper/cardboard per vehicle reached 0.776 kg (14% reduction). Staff suggestions and collaboration with suppliers in reeva...

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vember 7, BYD Co., Ltd. (BYD) launched the Xiaoyun 1.5L high efficiency engine for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV). This engine has a maximum power output of 81kW, a peak torque of 135Nm, a compression ratio of 15.5 and a thermal efficiency of 43%. It reduces frictional loss by 10% and is 10kg lighter than its previous model. Its fuel consumption without charging is less than 4L/100km and it meets China 6b emission standards. On November ...

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developed AURUS Senat. The updated NAMI Hydrogen has three electric motors: one on the front and two on the rear axle. The power of each electric motor is 250 kW, and the total power of NAMI Hydrogen is 750 kW. The hydrogen storage system consists of three cylinders, which store a total of up to 8 kg of gas at 700 atmospheres. As a result, the range of the updated NAMI Hydrogen is 870 km. NAMI Hydrogen was first presented on May 31, 2021, at the...

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ion of its new Qin EV model with a planned launch in the third quarter of 2019. The new vehicle is 4,675mm long, 1,770mm wide and 1,500mm high with a wheelbase of 2,670mm. Powered by a traction motor with a maximum power of 100kW and a ternary lithium-ion battery that has an energy density of 160Wh/kg, the vehicle has an NEDC cruising range of 421km and a maximum speed of 130km/h. On December 17, BYD launched the Qin, a new plug-in hybrid (PHV). ...

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mmer 2022. The GRMN Yaris is a fully tuned model of the GR Yaris sports car. Since its launch in September in 2020, the GR Yaris has been involved in various motorsports. Using lessons learned from motorsports competition, body rigidity has been enhanced, weight has been reduced by approximately 20 kg, overall width has been increased by 10 mm for aerodynamic improvement, and vehicle height has been reduced by 10 mm for a lower center of gravity ...

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es, and another third by 1.33- and 1.6-liter gasoline engines. The body is 4,275 mm long, 1,760 mm wide and 1,460 mm tall, or has become 30 mm longer and 55 mm lower than the current model. The body stiffness has been increased by 10 percent, and yet an overall vehicle weight has been reduced by 40 kg. In addition, improved chassis design and aerodynamics performance contribute to better fuel economy and reduction of CO2 emissions. Toyota said on...

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bility by adopting the zero-waste methodology. On September 6, Anadolu Isuzu announced that it will introduce many domestic and environmentally friendly models at the IAA Transportation. For the first time, it will present a new 100% electric model Big e. Big e has a carrying capacity of up to 1000 kg with a carrying volume of up to 4 cubic meters.  It offers a range of up to 150 kilometers with its 20% climbing ability and 3 different battery c...

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later in the year. The Transit Custom will offer a choice of short wheelbase (overall length 4.97 metres) and long wheelbase (overall length 5.34 metres) versions, with a full range of van, kombi and double-cab-in-van models. It provides customers with a wide range of payload options from 600-1,400kg. The front-wheel model is powered by a 2.2-litre Duratorq TDCi diesel engine with 100PS, 125PS and 155PS power ratings, mated to a six-speed manual...

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be showcased at the Geneva Motor Show. The new Citroen C1 is available in 3- door and 5-door versions and also in a new open-top body style called Airscape with an opening of 800 mm in width and 760 mm in length. The Citroen C1 measures 3,460 mm long, 1,620 mm wide and 1,450 mm high. It weighs 840 kg and has a minimum turning radius of 4.8 meters. It has seats for four adults and the luggage space of 196 liters can be expanded to 850 liters when...

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