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Suzuki Motor working on affordable hybrid for small cars, says R C Bhargava, Maruti to consider plug-in hybrids too | Autocar Professional

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Speaking to media post FY-24 earnings, the top management stated that HQ Suzuki is working on an affordable hybrid solution for the compact cars and it will seriously consider the more expensive plug-in hybrid technology for the future. Bhargava did not share any specific timelines for the affordable hybrids.

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Tesla price target cut by Morgan Stanley

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Tesla’s ( NASDAQ: TSLA ) price target was cut by Morgan Stanley, a firm that has had a bullish outlook on the automaker’s stock for several years. “EV demand continues to decelerate despite continued price cuts,” Jonas wrote. Price Target Jonas reduced Tesla’s price target to $320 from $345.

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2024 GLA, the most-affordable Mercedes SUV, launched with updates in India

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It is the most affordable SUV in the brand’s lineup and it now starts at ₹ 50.50 lakh whereas the GLA 220d 4MATIC AMG Line is priced at ₹ 56.90 Both prices are ex-showroom and introductory. seconds and return a claimed fuel economy of 18.9 The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA will be offered in two trims.

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Chevrolet to offer small number of 2016 Silverados pickups with e-Assist mild-hybrid technology; 13% better city cycle fuel economy

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As a result, Chevrolet can deliver a low-volume, affordably priced hybrid pickup that delivers uncompromised capability and up to 13% better fuel economy in city driving. Silverado already leads the full-size truck segment in V8 fuel economy. V-8 and 8-speed automatic. l/100 km).

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Flywheel hybrid research vehicle delivers up to 22.4% fuel economy improvement in ARTEMIS cycles

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A research vehicle fitted with a flywheel hybrid system including stop-start has demonstrated improvements in fuel economy of up to 22.4% There is growing support for flywheel hybrid systems across the industry, fundamentally driven by affordability. FHSPV flywheel CVT system layout. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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6-Speed PowerShift automatic in Fiesta, Focus delivers a 10% fuel economy gain

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The new dual dry-clutch Ford PowerShift six-speed automatic available in the Focus and Fiesta enables a 10% fuel economy gain compared to a four-speed automatic transmission, contributing to both cars delivering as much as 40 mpg on the highway. Less weight helps improve fuel economy.

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Daihatsu to price new minicar below $10K; most fuel efficient car in Japan, excluding hybrids

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group firm had earlier indicated a price below 1 million yen, but opted to make the e:S car even more affordable to better compete with its main rivals: hybrids and electric vehicles. ’s basic Fit Hybrid subcompact, which is priced at 1.59 Daihatsu Motor Co. The Toyota Motor Corp. million yen. Its 30km per liter [70.6

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