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Experts in Westminster in bid to boost low carbon technologies

Automotive experts have descended on parliament today in a bid to drive forward the industry’s use of low carbon technologies. The Westminster meeting will involve discussing the technologies and their role in boosting innovation, growth and the work being carried … Continue reading

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Electric dreams move a step closer to reality

Mass market electric cars moved a step closer today as Transport Secretary Philip Hammond awarded £24 million to further develop the UK’s low carbon vehicle capability. The six winning projects – which together with contributions from business will receive total … Continue reading

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Motor industry to cut energy use in dealerships

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) and the Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMI) have joined forces with the Carbon Trust to encourage greater energy efficiency within the automotive retail network. The project aims to help motor retailers reduce … Continue reading

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SMMT announces winner of 2010 Award for Automotive Innovation

25 November 2010The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has announced Gordon Murray Design’s iStream® manufacturing process as winner of the 2010 Award for Automotive Innovation. The Award, supported by sponsoring partners, GKN Driveline and The Mail on Sunday’s Live … Continue reading

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