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Volkswagen to offer refreshed Tiguan with new plug-in hybrid powertrain in Europe

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Volkswagen will unveil a refreshed Tiguan SUV later in 2020, featuring new front and rear styling, a redesigned interior and new powertrains, including a plug-in hybrid version for the European market. As far back as 2016, Volkswagen unveiled a Tiguan PHEV concept, based on the second-generation Tiguan. Earlier post.).

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Getrag begins production of 7DCT300 dual-clutch transmission; hybrid versions in 2016

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Hybrid versions of this transmission can be used in vehicles without major changes in installation space, starting in 2016. Applications extend from 48V mild hybrids up to 360V plug-in hybrids. —Bernd Eckl, Getrag Executive Vice President for Sales. Earlier post.)

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Discounts On Brand-New 2016 Chevy Volt, But Only In A Few Regions

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The 2016 Chevrolet Volt is just beginning to roll out for sale in select areas of the U.S., Buyers in the limited number of states where the Volt will launch as a 2016 model are already able to take advantage of cash incentives. but it's apparently already being discounted.

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California ARB to update Light-Duty Vehicle Electronic Certification System for PHEVs and ZEVs

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The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is going to update the Light-Duty Vehicle Electronic Certification (LDV E-Cert) system to indicate electric range and credit information of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) and zero emission vehicles (ZEV) on the certification Executive Order.

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Smart to go all-electric worldwide by 2020: Daimler CEO

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sales history of the Smart two-seat minicar started with a bang in 2008, when gasoline prices soared, and has waned since then. A complete redesign of the little ForTwo in the 2016 model year, with the Cabrio soft-top following for 2017, didn't do much for sales.

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Update: Top 10 Electric Cars

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Plug-ins are trending in key markets around the country, although much of the action remains focused in California and other West Coast states. This list is subjective and weighted toward functionality with an emphasis on fun, but also factors in sales numbers. The Model S is the best-selling plug-in car in the U.S.

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EPA trends report sees record levels of average new vehicle fuel economy and CO2 emissions for MY 2012; role of new gasoline vehicle technologies

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EPA projects advanced transmissions (6+ speeds and CVTs), gasoline direct injection (GDI) systems, and turbocharged engines will be installed on at least 15% of all MY 2013 vehicles. Click to enlarge. MY 2012 adjusted fuel economy is 23.6 l/100 km), which is 1.2 mpg higher (+5.4%) than MY 2011. mpg, or 22%.