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Nissan introduces new Navara pickup with fuel economy improved by up to 11% over previous model

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liter DOHC in-line 4-cylinder Diesel engine features maximum power of 140 kW (188 hp) and 120 kW (161 hp) at 3600 rpm, maximum torque of 450 N·m (332 lb-ft) and 403 N·m (297 lb-ft) at 2000 rpm, and higher boost from a turbocharger with electrical actuator. Fuel economy has been improved by as much as 11% over the previous model.

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Audi presents PPE-based activesphere concept; electric drive quattro coupé with active back cargo bed

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The variable ground clearance is reminiscent of an Audi model family that has attracted an enthusiastic, loyal fan base in the C and later B segments since 2000—the Audi allroad. The approach angle of the Audi activesphere—relevant for off-road drives—is 18.9 degrees, the departure angle 28.1

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Making driving less energy-intensive than flying

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To make driving less energy intensive than flying, the fuel economy of the entire US fleet of light-duty vehicles would have to improve from the current 21.5 To make driving less energy intensive than flying, the fuel economy of the entire US fleet of light-duty vehicles would have to improve from the current 21.5 For example, the 14.5

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Honda’s new 1.6L diesel i-DTEC Civic for Europe offers 65 mpg US

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The i-DTEC Civic, which will arrive in dealerships early next year, delivers fuel economy of 65 mpg US (3.6 The engine—developed exclusively for Europe—will also be applied in the new CR-V SUV later in 2013. liter i-DTEC offers maximum power output of at 4000 rpm, and 300 N·m (221 lb-ft) of torque at 2000 rpm).

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Mazda develops resin material for vehicle parts for weight reduction; bumpers for the CX-5

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Mazda plans to adopt the lightest bumpers in the class (displacement between 1500 to 2000 cc) using this resin material in the all-new Mazda CX-5 SUV to go on sale this spring, as well as other upcoming new models.

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Chevrolet introduces second-generation Duramax 4-cylinder diesels; global engine

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Applications include powering the Colorado pickup truck and Trailblazer SUV for the Thailand and Southeast Asian markets. Better efficiency also means better reliability, economy as well as lower emission levels. The second generation engine offers better fuel economy, performance and lower emissions. The new Duramax 2.8-liter

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Jeep Cherokee in Europe gains new 2.2L MultiJet II diesel

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liter MultiJet II diesel engine, available with 185 hp (138 kW) and 200 hp (149 kW) outputs, and offering a significantly wider spread of torque from low rpm, greater power, improved performance and better fuel economy than the out-going two-liter 170 hp automatic engine. Combined fuel economy and emissions are 49.5 The Limited 2.2

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