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Chevrolet introduces 2016 Malibu; full hybrid option; 8-speed auto

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Chevrolet introduced the all-new 2016 Malibu—the ninth generation of the midsize sedan which made its debut in 1964. The 2016 Malibu is also longer and lighter, with more interior space and improved fuel efficiency. Additional fuel economy benefits come from Exhaust Gas Recirculation, or EGR. Earlier post.) An 80-cell, 1.5

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Chevrolet introduces 2016 Spark; new 1.4L engine with 16% more power and 40 mpg highway

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At the New York International Auto Show, Chevrolet introduced the all-new 2016 Spark—a completely redesigned and more sophisticated execution of the brand’s global minicar. It offers greater efficiency and refinement, along with new, available safety and connectivity features. The 2016 Spark is powered by an all-new 1.4L

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Jaguar bringing XE diesel to US in 2016

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The Jaguar US lineup will expand in 2016 with the addition of the all new, aluminum-intensive Jaguar XE compact sports sedan in 20d (diesel) and 35t models each in Premium, Prestige and R-Sport trim levels and available in RWD or AWD. Sustainability is a big part of the Jaguar aluminum story.

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Mercedes-AMG reveals performance hybrid and battery-electric AMG derivative strategy

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This is made possible by the mechanical connection of the fully variable all-wheel drive through the cardan shaft and the drive shafts of the front wheels. Overall, the result is a harmonious and consumption-optimized driving impression, due in part to the early upshifts of the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9-speed transmission.

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Chevrolet introduces Colorado Duramax Diesel midsize pickup

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Chevrolet has introduced the diesel version ( earlier post ) of its 2016 Colorado midsize pickup truck. Duramax turbo-diesel is part of GM’s global family of turbo-diesel four-cylinder engines, and features a variable-geometry turbocharger for optimal power and efficiency across the rpm band and a balance shaft for greater smoothness.

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NXP and DAF Trucks commit to set new benchmark in truck platooning: 30x faster than human reaction time

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Platooning promises to increase fuel efficiency up to 10%, improve road safety and reduce exhaust emissions. For this purpose, NXP is also announcing a new, high-performance radar microcontroller at Electronica 2016. At electronica, the S32R27 will be a core part of two demonstrations showcased by NXP. New radar microcontroller.

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Mercedes-Benz powering ahead with €3B strategic engine initiative; increasing electrification, 48V; diesel and gasoline; cylinder deactivation

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The new six-cylinder in-line engine comes with an intelligent form of turbocharging: assisted by the ISG at start-off, the electric auxiliary compressor (eZV) guarantees immediate high torque when driving off and accelerating, bridging the time before the large exhaust turbocharger cuts in. Almost imperceptible restart of the engine.

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