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Chrysler to introduce PHEV models in 2016 and 2017 to meet ZEV requirements; new FCA gasoline engine family coming in 2015

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Tim Kuniskis’ (President and CEO Dodge Brand) Investor Day presentation emphasized brand attitude and the performance orientation of the brand. “We FCA also plans to consolidate its small gasoline engine lineup with a new family to be launched in 2015. Integrated exhaust manifold. Variable displacement oil pump. Cooled EGR.

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EPA and CARB charge Fiat-Chrysler with using undeclared emission control devices in 3.0L diesels

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and FCA US LLC (collectively FCA) for alleged violations of the Clean Air Act for installing and failing to disclose at least eight auxiliary emissions control devices (AECDs) in light-duty model year 2014-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokees and Dodge Ram 1500 trucks with 3.0-liter EGR shut-off for exhaust valve cleaning.

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Audi power-dense 2.5L TFSI engine with electric biturbo delivers 591 hp from 2,480 cc; 48V subsystem for the turbo

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The 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat’s supercharged 6.2-liter Turbochargers are typically driven by energy from the exhaust—i.e., starting from very low revs, the rise in boost pressure and therefore torque becomes gradually greater only as the exhaust energy increases.

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Road Test: 2021 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium

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came to life with a throaty note that would grumble and pop from the active valve performance exhaust system. This adaptive system, which amplifies the sound, has exhaust settings such as sport and track, making for a pleasant reminder you are driving a high-performance car. Road Test: 2015 Dodge Challenger.

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Flash Drive: 2024 Ford Mustang EcoBoost and Coyote 5.0 V8

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liter in-line 4-cylinder with tunable exhaust Twin scroll turbocharger with overboost Port and direct fuel injection Rear-wheel drive 315 horsepower (hp)/350 foot-pounds of torque (ft.-lb.) liter in-line 4-cylinder with tunable exhaust Twin scroll turbocharger with overboost Port and direct fuel injection Rear-wheel drive 315 hp/350 ft.

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Chrysler Introduces Next-Generation V-6 Engine: the Pentastar

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At the New York International Auto Show, Chrysler LLC introduced the first of an all-new line of V-6 engines intended to improve fuel efficiency across the Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge lineup by 8% on average compared with previous Chrysler V-6 engines. Bob Lee, Vice President Powertrain Product Team.

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myenergi is Electrifying the Iconic Delorean | Back to the Future

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Made famous by the iconic 80’s movie Back To The Future, this vehicle literally gave us a glimpse into how those who grew up in the 80’s depicted the future might look by now, referencing the date 2015 for which Mcfly travels forward in time. Dodge Charger . Dodge Charger . Turning the Delorean Electric!

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