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181
Renault & French electric utility EDF sign MoU
The objective is to establish electric cars as a viable and attractive transport solution for consumers. The partnership was officially launched today by Carlos Ghosn, President and CEO of Renault and Nissan, and Pierre Gadonneix, Chairman and CEO of EDF. 		9 Oct, 2008
182
New Volvo ReCharge Concept
Ground-breaking plug-in hybrid with a range of 100 km on battery power and with a combustion engine for back-up power. 		4 Oct, 2008
183
Volvo Cars broadest range of E85 models
Most recently, the Volvo V70 and Volvo S80 were introduced with a five-cylinder 2.5-litre turbocharged Flexifuel engine producing 200 hp (147 kW) and 300 Nm of torque. 		4 Oct, 2008
184
Volvo Booster Seat Names One of Nation’s ‘BEST BETS’
Because booster seats are meant to elevate children so that safety belts designed for adults are in the right position to restrain kids during a crash, the IIHS evaluated the safety belt fit boosters provide, not the crash protection. Volvo's booster seat ... 		4 Oct, 2008
185
Asian Automakers Focus on Environmental Issues at Paris Motor Show
In the second of a two-part examination of Paris Motor Show activity, Global Insight takes a look at the Asian automakers and how they are continuing to look at environmental issues despite economic issues in the short term. 		4 Oct, 2008
186
Hero Honda plans to build motorcycles in Rs. 12,500- Rs. 15,000 range
Hero Honda has plans to build a motorcycle in the price range of Rs. 12,500 – Rs. 15,000. 		3 Oct, 2008
187
Volkswagen plans to bring global R&D to India
Volkswagen Group Chairman Martin Winterkorn mentioned "We, as a big automobile company, constantly keep evaluating possibilities. Emerging markets, including India, are key to our expansion programme not only in cars but also in commercial ... 		3 Oct, 2008
188
Mobile subscribers likely to reach 4 billion this year
ITU Secretary-General Hamadoun Touré announced in New York that worldwide mobile cellular subscribers are likely to reach the 4 billion mark before the end of this year. 		3 Oct, 2008
189
Volvo presents front-wheel drive XC60 with CO2 emissions below 170 g/km
During the first half of 2009, Volvo Cars will launch a variant of the new Volvo XC60 with front-wheel drive, an upgraded Euro 5-compliant 2.4-litre diesel engine, 175 horsepower, 420 Nm of torque and CO2 emissions of less than 170 g/km. 		3 Oct, 2008
190
Volvo offers aggressive roadmap for reducing CO2 emissions
The aim is to have DRIVe models with emissions of about 100 g/km (3.8 l/100 km) within a few years. An innovative micro-hybrid will be introduced in 2011, followed a year later by a diesel hybrid. 		3 Oct, 2008
191
Auto sector slowdown to continue until 2009-10: CRISIL
CRISIL Research expects MHCV volumes to continue to decline by 5-10 per cent in 2008-09. Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs), which have been clocking healthy double-digit growth over the last few years, are expected to register single-digit growth in ... 		2 Oct, 2008
192
Honda Unveils New Insight Hybrid Concept at Paris Motor Show
The compact Insight Concept measures 4,375 mm (172.2 in.) in length, 1,695 mm (66.7 in.) in width, and 1,425 mm (56.1 in.) in height, with specially designed, ultra-light aluminum wheels and 205/40 R18 tires. 		2 Oct, 2008
193
Honda Motor developing Hybrid Motorcycle
A gas electric motorcycle is being developed by the world’s leading motorcycle manufacturer Honda Motor Co. 		1 Oct, 2008
194
Nissan Launches New Murano Crossover SUV
The new Murano will be marketed under the tagline of "SHIFT_design,&... 		1 Oct, 2008
195
Kia Amenity tops strategic vision SmartGreenSM index
- Award-winning full-size sedan honored in new U.S. study - Amanti (Opirus) spotlighted for quality, fuel efficiency and overall value - Six Kia vehicles recognized as SmartGreenSM 		1 Oct, 2008
196
Toyota, Honda & Perodua rank highest in Malaysia initial quality
The Honda City ranks highest in the entry midsize car segment for a second consecutive year with 112 PP100. Two redesigned models—the Toyota Vios (145 PP100) and the Proton Saga (210 PP100)—rank second and third, respectively, in this segment. 		1 Oct, 2008
197
Acura TL to offer all-new manual transmission
New 6-Speed Manual Will Be Available Next Fall on TL SH-AWD Model. 		30 Sep, 2008
198
Toyota develops world's first rear window curtain shield airbag
Toyota Motor announced that it has developed an SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) rear window curtain shield airbag—the world's first — to protect rear passengers' heads in the event of a rear-end collision. 		30 Sep, 2008
199
GM Oshawa Assembly Plant wins Prestigious JD Power 'Founder's Award'
The Founder's Award is a discretionary award presented at various times by J.D. Power and Associates to recognize individuals or companies that demonstrate dedication, commitment and sustained improvement in serving customers. 		29 Sep, 2008
200
Mazda intoduces fully redesigned 'AZ-Wagon' micro-mini
- Outstanding functionality and space efficiency with enhanced quality and comfort throughout. 		29 Sep, 2008