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Mercedes-Benz making Crosswind Assist available as retrofit solution for older Sprinter models

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Mercedes-Benz is now making its Crosswind Assist driver assistance function available as a retrofit solution for numerous variants of the Sprinter. The most important prerequisite is that the vehicle must be fitted with the current version of Adaptive ESP, available since January 2012.

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Buick offering 2.0L direct-injection turbo option for 2013 Verano

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For the 2013 model year, the Buick Verano (introduced in 2011), is offering buyers an Ecotec 2.0L Acceleration from 0-60 mph is an estimated 6.2 More than 90% of the Verano Turbo’s peak torque—more than 234 lb-ft—is available between 1700 to 5500 rpm. Verano’s standard Ecotec 2.4L L/100km respectively).

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VW 2013 Jetta Hybrid to start at $24,995

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is pricing the 2013 Jetta Hybrid starting at $24,995 and ranging up to $31,180 for the Hybrid SEL Premium. The Jetta Hybrid can be driven in pure electric mode at speeds of up to 44 mph (71 km/h) and for a distance of up to 1.2 l/100 km); 0-60 mph is less than 9.0 The 2013 Jetta Hybrid SE starts at $26,990. Earlier post.)

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BMW deploying iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet

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Initial prototypes were then made available at the IAA Mobility 2021 for visitors to experience in action as shuttle vehicles. The two companies have been collaborating on fuel cell drive systems since 2013. The BMW iX5 Hydrogen developed on the basis of the current BMW X5 was first unveiled as a concept at the IAA show in 2019.

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Ford C-MAX Hybrid EPA-rated at 47 mpg city, 47 mpg highway; plug-in Energi version offers 85 mph top electric speed

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C-MAX Hybrid, however, returns the same fuel economy whether driving cross-country or across the city—resulting mostly from a growing list of Ford innovations that have helped the vehicle to deliver metrics such as a top speed of up to 62 mph (100 km/h) in EV mode. C-MAX Hybrid is currently available for order at select dealerships.

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GM makes eAssist standard on the 2013 Buick Regal; new SAE paper coming at World Congress

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Starting with the arrival of 2013 models, eAssist will be standard on the Regal with the discontinuation of the 2.4L Both the Regal Turbo and Regal GS models will remain available. Pricing and an on-sale date for the 2013 Regal with eAssist will be announced later this year. base model.

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Volkswagen putting range of plug-in hybrids into production starting in 2013/14

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Dr. Martin Winterkorn, announced that the Volkswagen Group will be going into production with a range of models with plug-in hybrid technology starting in 2013/14. At the Vienna Motor Symposium, Volkswagen also showcased two new engines which will be available shortly: the 1.4 It accelerates the Passat from 0 to 60 mph in 9.3

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