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Sportier BlueMotion models coming from VW?
autobloggreen.com - 3/6/2009
Sportier BlueMotion models coming from VW?
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Click above for a gallery of the Volkswagen Bluesport While the primary goal of Volkswagen's numerous BlueMotion models is to reduce fuel consumption and therefore carbon emissions, the German automaker apparently recognizes that not all drivers are willing to accept sluggish ...
motorauthority.com - 3/10/2009
Volkswagen shows off 71mpg Polo BlueMotion concept car - [2010 Volkswagen Polo] - MotorAuthority ...
— motorauthority.com — Volkswagen is set to expand its BlueMotion range of fuel misers with the launch of a new... version based on the recently revealed fifth-generation Polo hatchback . While the Polo BlueMotion isn’t due to hit the streets until next year, a concept ... (more) Volkswagen shows off 71mpg Polo BlueMotion concept car - ...

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greenopia.com - 3/6/2009
Greenopia Volkswagen Jetta TDI Clean Diesel Review - Green Car Review
— greenopia.com — How to be Greener Guides Fishing for Dinner Who doesn't love a little sushi? But make sure... there's nothing fishy about the seafood you buy, and bite, into. Why: Some seafood is high in environmental contaminants like mercury, and some species... read ... (more) Greenopia Volkswagen Jetta TDI Clean Diesel Review - ...

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VW Introduces Fifth Generation Polo; Weight Down, Fuel Consumption Down
greencarcongress.com - 3/3/2009
VW Introduces Fifth Generation Polo; Weight Down, Fuel Consumption Down
— greencarcongress.com — The 5 th generation Polo. Click to enlarge. Volkswagen unveiled the fifth generation of the supermini Polo... at the Geneva Motor Show. Despite improvements in all aspects of the car, Volkswagen was able to reduce the Polo’s body weight by ... (more) VW Introduces Fifth Generation Polo; Weight Down, Fuel ...

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