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Renault showcases affordable all-electric vehicles at Paris Motor Show
(07/10/2010)

All-electric vehicles are the only solution that puts affordable zero-emission motoring within the reach of all drivers. Renault is showcasing its range of affordable all-electric vehicles at the Paris Motor Show. In keeping with the brand's Renault eco2 policy in favour of the environment, the mass marketing of Renault Z.E. electric vehicles stands out as decisive progress. As announced, the prices excluding the battery of the first two vehicles in the range which will go on sale from mid-20... [more]

Plug-In Car Grant will go ahead from January 2011
(06/08/2010)

Transport secretary, Philip Hammond, has confirmed that the ‘Plug-In Car Grant’, designed to stimulate demand for low carbon vehicles, will go ahead from January 2011. Speaking at the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders’ (SMMT) offices, Mr Hammond confirmed that from next year, motorists will be entitled to a ‘Plug-In Car Grant’ of up to £5,000 when buying an electric, plug-in hybrid or hydrogen fuel cell car, providing it meets safety, reliability, performance and warranty standards... [more]

Renault unveils design of Fluence Z.E. and Kangoo Van Z.E.
(16/04/2010)

Electric vehicles represent a clean-break solution aimed at making CO2 emissions-free mobility in use, except wear parts, available to all. In its bid to become the number one low CO2 European carmaker, Renault is working on two main fronts: * the introduction of new technologies for internal combustion engines and transmissions, * and a strong commitment to all-electric vehicles. Renault estimates that electric vehicles will account for 10 per cent of the world market by 2020. The ... [more]

Europcar to offer the new Renault Zero Emission range from 2011
(05/03/2010)

Europcar has pre-ordered 500 Renault electric vehicles for delivery in Europe’s largest cities from the 3rd quarter of 2011. Through a roll-out targeting its rental outlets in Europe’s largest cities, Europcar is set to offer its customers the new Renault Zero Emission range from 2011 in the European short-term rental market. With electric vehicles, which produce zero emissions during use, Renault is preparing a breakthrough solution that provides sustainable mobility for all. The four sho... [more]

Renault expands compact van range with Kangoo Van Maxi and New Trafic
(10/02/2010)

The launch of New Kangoo Van Maxi sees Renault become the market's only manufacturer to cover the complete spectrum of business user needs by offering the same compact van in a choice of three different sizes. Renault is introducing two further new models: New Kangoo Van Maxi and New Trafic. Kangoo Van Maxi Alongside Kangoo Van Compact and Kangoo Van, Kangoo Van Maxi completes the Renault compact van range – a range which features three different length options, unique on the European mark... [more]

Renault will launch the Fluence electric vehicle first in Israel and Denmark
(18/11/2009)

Renault has decided to mass market a complete range of affordable zero-emission electric vehicles starting in 2011. Renault has now revealed the four production sites for its future EV range. The city car previewed by Zoé Z.E. Concept and the electric Kangoo will both be produced in France, at Flins and Maubeuge respectively. The vehicle based on Twizy Z.E. Concept will be built in Valladolid, Spain. Following the announcement last week of the production site for the future electric, zero-emi... [more]

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India auto sales climb 7.2% in January: industry
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Toyota official sees 2012 Philippine car sales growing 7%
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UK new car sales rise marginally in January
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Car sales in India head for first annual fall in 10 years
Car sales in India head for first annual fall in 10 years

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Car sales in Inda head for first annual fall in 10 years


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