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2015 VW Jetta TDI: a more refined, powerful and efficient diesel within a nicely redesigned model line

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2015 Jetta TDI. For 2015, Volkswagen has refined the entire sixth-generation Jetta lineup, endowing the compact with a crisper exterior design which also improves aerodynamics; an updated interior; a number of newly available driver assistance systems; and, significantly for the diesel model, the new 2.0T Click to enlarge.

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Renault Trucks’ Optifuel Lab 2 lab vehicle integrates technologies for more efficient big rigs; road test results coming in 2015

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These figures will be announced during the first quarter of 2015. We then multiplied the sources of electrical energy for power units by adding solar panels and installing an exhaust gas heat energy recovery system based on the Rankine cycle. Renault Trucks has developed a system to recover the waste heat contained in exhaust gases.

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GM to introduce strong hybrid version of Malibu; combined fuel economy above 45 mpg; leverages Volt

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l/100 km), higher than the combined cycle mileage ratings of the Ford Fusion, Toyota Camry and Hyundai Sonata hybrid variants and a significant boost over the 29 mpg combined of the MY 2015 Malibu with 2.5L Additional fuel economy benefits come from Exhaust Gas Recirculation, or EGR. engine with start/stop. An 80-cell, 1.5

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Ricardo officially opens new Vehicle Emissions Research Center

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Configured for 4WD powertrains of up to 300 kW (402 hp) and capable of simulated road speeds up to 250 km/h (155 mph), it is capable of testing anything from the smallest passenger cars to light trucks of up to 3 tonnes, including advanced technology hybrid electric vehicles and their associated energy regeneration systems and stop/start operation.

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Ford introduces new Focus ST with diesel and EcoBoost options

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liter TDCi achieves 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 8.1 liter engine in the new Focus range—is achieved by electronic calibration, a revised air intake system and a new sports-tuned exhaust. In 6t h gear, acceleration from 80-120 km/h (50-75 mph) takes just 9.7 In 6t h gear, acceleration from 80-120 km/h (50-75 mph) takes just 9.7

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ICCT-led test of 73 Euro 6 diesels finds large difference in NOx results under NEDC and more realistic WLTC

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A team from the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) with colleagues from the US, China and Germany tested 73 Euro 6 diesel passenger cars on a chassis dynamometer over both the European type-approval cycle (NEDC, cold engine start) and the more realistic Worldwide harmonized light-duty test cycle (WLTC version 2.0,

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Lexus NX compact utility arrives in North America

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2015 Lexus NX 300h. The 2015 Lexus NX debuts in two versions, the NX 200t with a turbocharged 2.0-liter liter turbocharged gasoline engine has a combination water-cooled cylinder head, integrated exhaust manifold and twin-scroll turbocharger. A dual exhaust system reduces backpressure and noise. Click to enlarge.