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NewsApril 26, 2006

Global Demand for Diesel Vehicles to Nearly Double in 10 Years

Volkswagen is expected to remain the largest global supplier of diesel-fueled light vehicles, followed by Ford Motor Company. Toyota is slated to be the fastest-growing global diesel new-vehicle provider.

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NewsApril 12, 2006

Trucking Groups Battle Ultra-Strict Calif. Reefer Rules

In-use transport refrigeration units (TRU) entering or operating in California face standards stricter than upcoming federal diesel mandates. Groups say retrofit costs could run from $2,000 to $20,000.

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NewsApril 6, 2006

Diesel Golf Sets MPG Record

A British couple averaged 53.7 miles per gallon in a round-the-world journey in their standard-issue Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI.

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NewsMarch 23, 2006

DaimlerChrysler Expands Biodiesel Use in Jeep Liberty, Dodge Ram

This week DaimlerChrysler joined with Ohio Governor Bob Taft, the state's soybean growers and the refiner, Peter Cremer North America, to promote the use of clean, renewable, Ohio-made biodiesel fuel.

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NewsMarch 16, 2006

Bill Mandates Biodiesel Use by Washington State Fleets

Washington joins other states that also require a certain percentage of fuel to come from alternative sources.

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NewsMarch 1, 2006

Biodiesel Car Rental Branch Opens in LA

Hawaiian-based Bio-Beetle Eco Rental Cars opened the branch near the airport. Fuel costs $3.45 a gallon, but the cars get between 30 and 45 miles per gallon, and as much as 800 miles per tank.

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NewsFebruary 23, 2006

Costs Becoming Clearer on 07 Emissions Rules

Truck manufacturers, engine makers and suppliers outlined the engine, maintenance and fuel costs to comply with EPA's 2007 diesel emission standard. (For still more info, read the January/February Business Fleet "Revving Up" editorial.

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NewsFebruary 22, 2006

Volvo: New Emissions Will Add $7,500 to 07 Trucks

The price increase would cover Volvo's new 11-, 13- and 16-liter engines developed for 2007, the optional 15-liter ISX engine from Cummins and the diesel particulate filters for all engines.

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NewsFebruary 16, 2006

Delphi Debuts Products for Commercial Vehicles

Delphi displayed products at the Technology and Maintenance Council's annual meeting. The new and existing technologies include a premium CD/MP3 radio for commercial vehicles, a diesel reformer exhaust after-treatment, a Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) auxiliary power unit to help reduce idling and a diesel oil sensor.

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NewsJanuary 25, 2006

DaimlerChrysler Expands Use of Biodiesel in Dodge Ram Trucks

Promoting increased use of biodiesel is a part of DaimlerChrysler's campaign to re-introduce diesel-powered passenger vehicles to U.S. consumers.

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