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APRIL 2, 2015
Kia Motors America (KMA) introduced the re-designed Optima midsize sedan at the New York International Auto Show. The all-new Optima is available with three engine choices, providing a balance between sportiness and fuel efficiency. Also new for the Optima, Michelin tires are available on all trims. Body and chassis.
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NOVEMBER 20, 2014
It chooses the one best-suited for that particular driving condition, taking onto consideration the remaining battery charge level within the main-drive lithium-ion battery pack. Fuel economy would be more than 65 mpg US (3.6 Connected car technology. Connected car technology. e-Assist active safety systems.
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AUGUST 4, 2011
This corresponds to a 23% reduction in fuel consumption and, therefore, CO 2 output.). reducing displacement to improve fuel economy and offsetting the resulting loss of power and torque via charging—is an effective approach to reducing fuel consumption, Mazda has chosen a different route. liter MZR engine.
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FEBRUARY 13, 2015
The PHEV drivetrain offers high performance (335 bhp/250 kW) combined with excellent fuel economy. Using the energy stored within a fully charged lithium-ion battery pack alone, the Concept GC-PHEV can supply the equivalent of a days worth of electrical power consumption to the average household. Connected Car Technology.
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OCTOBER 29, 2014
The high-voltage (orange) cables from battery to drive unit are the only high-voltage cables in the system; there are no cables connecting the power electronics to the motor unit under the hood. The second-generation Volt is due to go on sale in the second half of 2015. Click to enlarge. These will be presented beginning in February.
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APRIL 27, 2016
Takashi Moriya, Senior Chief Engineer at Honda R&D, re-iterated Honda’s strategic focus on electrification as the main pathway toward reducing greenhouse gases, and shift to renewable sources of energy. Cost, productivity, efficiency and fuel economy now offer the highest focus for technology investment, he said. James said.
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APRIL 23, 2015
Increased charge sustaining fuel economy. Each motor-generator is connected with a sun gear, and a clutching device can provide reaction torque by holding the ring gear of that planetary gear set. liter range extender engine. (A For the second-generation, GM wanted to enhance the electric performance of the Volt.
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