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RENAULT has become the European leader of low CO2 emissions over the first half of 2013 thanks to all new models and increasing growth in the electric vehicle market.
The group's vehicles emit an average of 115.9g of CO2/km each.
Its rejuvenated range includes five that return less than 100g of CO2/km (Twingo, New Clio, Captur, Mégane and Dacia Sandero).
In the small five-seater diesel car sector, New Clio Energy dCi 90 eco² is the class leader with 83g/km.
Overall, the New Renault Clio range emits 19 g/km less CO2 than the previous generation.
Renault is also Europe's number one brand for electric vehicles.
A spokesman says: "This is proof that the combination of our powertrain strategy and our electric vehicle strategy is bearing fruit.
"Thanks to these innovations, Renault Group is achieving tangible results and maintaining its objective to significantly reduce the long-term environmental footprint of its activities.
"At the same time, these improvements are beneficial for both the planet and our customers." Reported by This is 2 days ago.
RENAULT has become the European leader of low CO2 emissions over the first half of 2013 thanks to all new models and increasing growth in the electric vehicle market.
The group's vehicles emit an average of 115.9g of CO2/km each.
Its rejuvenated range includes five that return less than 100g of CO2/km (Twingo, New Clio, Captur, Mégane and Dacia Sandero).
In the small five-seater diesel car sector, New Clio Energy dCi 90 eco² is the class leader with 83g/km.
Overall, the New Renault Clio range emits 19 g/km less CO2 than the previous generation.
Renault is also Europe's number one brand for electric vehicles.
A spokesman says: "This is proof that the combination of our powertrain strategy and our electric vehicle strategy is bearing fruit.
"Thanks to these innovations, Renault Group is achieving tangible results and maintaining its objective to significantly reduce the long-term environmental footprint of its activities.
"At the same time, these improvements are beneficial for both the planet and our customers." Reported by This is 2 days ago.