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2019 Ram drops weight, gains 48V eTorque mild hybrid system

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FCA pulled the wraps off the new 2019 Ram 1500 at the Detroit Auto Show. The eTorque mild hybrid system is one of several changes made to the powertrains for the 2019 Ram 1500. In the 2019 Ram 1500, the 3.6-liter miles per gallon (mpg) on the highway. liter Pentastar V-6 upgrade and 5.7-liter liter Pentastar V-6 and 5.7-liter

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2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid offers up to 52 mpg combined; Solar Roof System

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At the Chicago Auto Show, Hyundai introduced its new 2020 Sonata Hybrid, featuring up to 686 miles of driving range and an EPA-estimated 52 mpg combined fuel economy rating on the Blue trim. cubic feet, compared with the 2019 Sonata Hybrid. This is the first time the Sonata Hybrid has been shown in North America.

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Mercedes-Benz unveils new Sprinter; focus on connectivity; electric drive in 2019; realizing adVANce

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Benz unveiled the latest generation of its successful Sprinter model at an event held at a logistics center in the Duisburg, Germany docks. Benz Cars, at the event. Electrification: eSprinter to follow in 2019. The eVito will be followed by the eSprinter in 2019. Duisburg is home to the world’s largest inland port.)

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid

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The EPA 46 MPG Is Only the Start. You had me at 46 MPG. These driving routes were chosen for their scenic variety, and the 80-percent highway/20-percent city driving mix that covered 630 miles resulting in an average of 58 mpg. Road Test: 2019 Kia Niro EV. Road Test: 2019 Kia Niro EV (2 nd opinion).

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid F Sport

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The EPA rates fuel economy for the 2022 Lexus ES 300h at 43 mpg city/44 highway/44 combined mpg. mpg average (Rush hour, on-and-off the brakes). mpg average (Using the adaptive cruise control). mpg average (Rush hour, on-and-off the brakes). mpg average (Using the adaptive cruise control). F Sport Flair.

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

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Hybrid options in this category include: Road Test: 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Flash Drive: 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid. Flash Drive: 2019 Jeep Cherokee. Road Test: 2019 Jeep Wrangler. Road Test: 2019 Hyundai Kona. In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology.

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Road Test: 2023 Volkswagen Taos SEL 4Motion

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Fuel economy is EPA-rated at 28 mpg city/36 highway/31 combined for the FWD Taos, with the 4Motion rated at 25/32/28. mpg, but in a 99-mile highway run at 65 mph, we averaged 34.3 In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology. In 371 miles we averaged 28.6