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AUGUST 27, 2016

For 2017, the Chevrolet Colorado mid-size pickup offers an all-new V-6 engine and class-exclusive eight-speed automatic. V-6 engine—also used in Cadillac models—and eight-speed transmission. This second generation of Chevrolet’s double-overhead-cam engine architecture retains the same 3.6L —Stan Ludlow.

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JUNE 8, 2015

liter, 3-cylinder engine prototype and a manual transmission. Elio Motors is targeting a launch date mid 2016 for a vehicle that will get up to 84 mpg (2.8-l/100 The company turned to world-class engine developer IAV to create a new technology from the ground up. Earlier post.)The

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JULY 5, 2017

According to the lawsuit, RAM owners report that efforts to fix the faulty emissions system significantly affect engine performance and mileage, with miles per gallon dropping as much as 25%. When the computer in an affected Dodge RAM 2500 or 3500 is flashed, it causes the truck’s MPG to decline significantly, the lawsuit says.

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MAY 26, 2015

Hyundai began the US rollout of the 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) ( earlier post ) and its conventional hybrid sibling (HEV) with a series of media drives in California—one of the main markets for the PHEV, which offers some 24 miles (38.6 Engine power (kW). Engine torque (N·m).

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JANUARY 13, 2015

Hyundai expects the 2016 Sonata Hybrid to improve fuel economy more than 10%. The 2016 Sonata Hybrid features a downsized 2.0-liter liter Nu GDI four-cylinder engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission that houses a more powerful 38 kW electric motor and clutch where the torque converter would normally be found.

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APRIL 25, 2016

Volkswagen unveiled the T-Prime Concept GTE all-wheel drive plug-in hybrid in a world premiere at Auto China 2016 in Beijing. The T-Prime Concept GTE is based on the Volkswagen Group’s modular longitudinal platform (MLB); it covers full-size models with longitudinally mounted engines and gearboxes. The concept vehicle is 199.6

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MARCH 22, 2017

Starting from a baseline 26 mpg (9.04 l/100 km) in 2016, the The ICCT team assessed increased consumer label fuel economy (as opposed to the regulatory test fuel economy) to 35 mpg (6.71 l/100 km) in 2025 and to 42–46 mpg (5.6-5.11 Advanced engines. l/100 km) (under three scenarios) by 2030. —Nic Lutsey.

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JANUARY 18, 2017

In November 2016, Volkswagen presented a major update of the Golf, featuring new engines (including a Millerized 1.5L A 135 kW/184 PS TDI diesel engine takes the GTD from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.5 l/100 km (53 mpg US) and 4.7 l/100 km (50 mpg US), respectively. The GTE’s new LED headlights come as standard. seconds (7.9

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JULY 14, 2016

The upside of gasoline direct injection (GDI) engines is widely seen as being improved fuel economy coupled with an increase in specific power (especially with turbocharging), enabling significant downsizing. In other words, while the use of GDI engines can reduce CO 2 , it also can increase BC—contributing to further warming.

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MAY 17, 2015

With the 2016 XC90 ( earlier post ) heading to dealerships across the US, Volvo Cars gave media an opportunity to experience the next generation of its full-size luxury SUV—in both its conventional T6 and plug-in hybrid T8 Drive-E Twin Engine forms—in and around Los Angeles. Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine. Earlier post.)

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AUGUST 25, 2022

In the parallel hybrid system the electric motor can power the car by itself, the gas engine can power the car by itself or they can power the car together. liter V6 engine that runs on 95 octane and three motors that produce a total 308 horsepower and 247 pound-feet of torque. Road Test: 2016 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid.

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JUNE 29, 2015

The new A4 Sedan has the best drag coefficient in its class at 0.23, while Avant has c d 0.26. Further, although compared with the previous model the car’s dimensions have grown, its weight has been reduced by up to 120 kilograms (265 lbs), depending on the engine. The entry-level gasoline engine is the 1.4 TFSI quattro.

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JULY 20, 2016

direct injection turbocharged engine or a 1.5L direct injection engine. The new global small-displacement engines offer combined fuel consumption as low as 5.7 liters/100 km (41 mpg US) with the introduction of fuel-saving technologies such as the standard stop/start. Customers have a choice of a 1.4L

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JULY 20, 2016

direct injection turbocharged engine or a 1.5L direct injection engine. The new global small-displacement engines offer combined fuel consumption as low as 5.7 liters/100 km (41 mpg US) with the introduction of fuel-saving technologies such as the standard stop/start. Customers have a choice of a 1.4L

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MARCH 27, 2015

Testing was also conducted at the DTNA Detroit engineering facility to demonstrate engine efficiency by achieving 50.2% engine brake thermal efficiency. mpg (19.26 mpg (19.26 liter engine, a hybrid system, a Waste Heat Recovery (WHR) system, along with a number of other upgrades.

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JANUARY 11, 2016

liter Pentastar V-6 engine produces best-in-class horsepower (287) and torque (262 lb-ft), along with leading fuel economy of an estimated 28 mpg highway. For added fuel efficiency, engine stop-start (ESS) technology is a standard feature on the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica (late availability).

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MAY 1, 2014

l/100 km, or 118 mpg US. liter turbocharged engine paired with two electric motors and consumes less than 2L of fuel in 100 km traveled. The Tang, the Han for 2015 and the Ming for 2016 will all meet the 5-4-2 standard. BYD introduced its first 5-4-2 vehicle at the show, the Tang plug-in hybrid SUV. seconds, has a 2.0-liter

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JULY 11, 2017

The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), one of the organizations at the root of uncovering the Volkswagen diesel emission scandal ( earlier post ), has published a new analysis of developments and trends in advanced diesel engine technology. miles per gallon in model year 2016, and 49.1

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JANUARY 1, 2023

Smooth, Quiet and 50+ MPG. liter inline 4-cylinder engine producing 150 horsepower (hp) and 139 pound-feet (lb.-ft.) The system defaults to Normal when restarting the engine if you have been in Sport mode, otherwise it remains in the last mode setting. On shorter legs, if even for a brief time, we touched 60 mpg.

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 83

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APRIL 21, 2016

Following the US launch of the Clarity Fuel Cell in late 2016, the Clarity Electric will go on-sale in 2017. The first of the Clarity Series to launch will be the Clarity Fuel Cell, Honda’s most technologically advanced vehicle ever, slated to begin deliveries to customers in select California markets in late 2016. Earlier post.).

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OCTOBER 23, 2021

Two Engine Choices. Honda gives drivers options of two four-cylinder engines for the front-wheel drive Civic sedan. The continuously variable transmission (CVT) is tuned a bit different for each engine with Honda programming “step shifts” that simulate gear changes. Honda bumps up mpg & power. Your numbers may differ.

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JANUARY 12, 2015

Hyundai lanched the 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle—Hyundai’s first plug-in hybrid vehicle—along with the hybrid version of the seventh-generation Sonata, at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. In charge sustaining mode, the Sonata PHEV is expected to return 38 mpg (6.19

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MARCH 23, 2016

Toyota unveiled the new Prius Prime plug-in hybrid (PHEV) at the 2016 New York International Auto Show. In hybrid mode, the Prius Prime is targeting a hybrid MPG equal to or better than the Prius liftback. In Hybrid mode, the Prius Prime can run on the gasoline engine or electric motor alone or a combination of both.

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AUGUST 23, 2013

V6 TDI diesel engine. The only incentive that TDI vehicles receive—and it isn’t doled out by the US government—is almost consistently best-in-class fuel economy, reduced CO 2 emissions and clean diesel drivers knowing that they are doing their part to reduce the impact on the environment. Earlier post.)

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Diesel Audi Sale Fuel Economy 366

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JANUARY 25, 2022

liter engine, coming away impressed with the styling and performance. They kick-up that performance with a more powerful engine which takes the K5 to an all new level of fun. The 2022 Kia K5 GT is offered with one engine and transmission. engine that has power ratings of 180 hp and 195 lb.-ft. So what does Kia do?

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NOVEMBER 6, 2021

liter V6 engine. The engine ran smooth at all speeds with zero-to-60 times right around 6.4 Clean Fleet Report spent a week exploring Southern California in the front-wheel drive XT5 Premium Luxury, which the EPA rates at 19 mpg city/26 highway/21 combined mpg. Both engines use premium 91 octane. Cruising Comfort.

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DECEMBER 25, 2021

liter gasoline engine with multi-port injection, good for 120 horsepower and 112 pound-feet of torque, mated to an intelligent variable transmission (iVT). This combination delivers EPA fuel economy numbers of 33 mpg city/41 highway/36 combined. When the engine is winding-out at the highest rpms it can be bit noisy. Drivetrain.

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OCTOBER 21, 2016

From the end of 2016, diesel variants of the Renault Scénic and Grand Scénic models will be equipped with Continental’s 48-volt hybrid drive—the first application of the 48V “Hybrid Assist” in production vehicles. It enables the load point of the combustion engine to be shifted. liters of diesel per 100 km (67 mpg US).

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APRIL 17, 2021

Gets more than 50 mpg. liter four-cylinder engine producing 150 horsepower (hp) and 139 pound-feet (lb.-ft.) The system defaults to Normal when restarting the engine so, for the most performance opt for Sport, where the steering effort is increased and there is added responsiveness of the engine and transmission.

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 71

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JANUARY 5, 2023

liter, 4-cylinder, naturally aspirated boxer engine that produces 228 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. The Subaru designed and built boxer engine, which has horizontally opposed pistons instead of configured in a V or inline pattern, uses Toyota’s direct and sequential port injection system and runs on 92 octane. Ready to rev.

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OCTOBER 9, 2014

In addition to seeking more heavy-duty applications for the RunWise hybrid system—such as transit—McGrew said that the company is working on a new generation of the product that should launch in 2016 for Class 4-6 delivery trucks—e.g., Parker is working with Cummins/Westport for engine calibration.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

The Stinger is available in three trim levels–GT-Line, GT1, and GT2–with choices of two engines and either rear-wheel or all-wheel drive. Fuel economy for the Stinger GT-Line is EPA rated at 22 mpg city/32 highway/25 combined. mpg, and 33.0 mpg on a 140-mile freeway run using the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph.

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Kia MPG Fuel Economy Clean 73

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DECEMBER 7, 2011

Simulations of future vehicles under the footprint-based standards found that the sales-weighted average vehicle size increases by 2–32%, undermining gains in fuel economy by 1–4 mpg (0.6–1.7 —Kate Whitefoot, now a senior program officer at the National Academy of Engineering. L/100km) by 2016. 10 11 –5.17×10

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FEBRUARY 12, 2016

At the upcoming Geneva Motor Show, BMW will officially introduce the new iPerformance model designation, which will be given to all BMW plug-in hybrid vehicles starting in July 2016, as a visible indicator of the transfer of technology from BMW i to the BMW core brand. Together, they deliver a system output of 240 kW/326 hp.

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OCTOBER 13, 2016

The new 5 Series features TwinPower Turbo gasoline and diesel engines from the modular BMW EfficientDynamics family of power units. Two diesel engines and two gasoline variants will be available from launch, working in tandem with either rear-wheel drive or BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive. l/100 km), based on the EU test cycle.

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APRIL 10, 2013

Opel is launching three new engine families and 13 new engines between 2012 and 2016, renewing 80% of its engine portfolio. billion) through 2016—is beginning the renewal of its powertrain portfolio now with the introduction of all-new 1.6-liter SIDI Turbo gasoline engine.

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

Although the timing arguably could have been better, Volkswagen of America proceeded with the planned debut of the restyled 2016 Volkswagen Passat in New York on Monday. The midsize sedan, built in Volkswagen’s LEED Platinum-certified factory in Chattanooga, will offer three engine options—1.8-liter The 2016 Passat 1.8T

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