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Proterra sells more than 1,000 electric buses in North America

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With Broward County’s purchase, Proterra has now sold more than 1,000 battery-electric transit buses in North America. Introduced in September, the Proterra ZX5 features the most energy storage and longest drive range of any 40-foot electric bus available in North America today.

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Honda begins production of 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid in North America

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The CR-V hybrid features a new two-motor hybrid system produced at Honda’s Ohio Transmission Plant (TMP-O), and a newly refined Atkinson-cycle engine unique to hybrid models that is made at the Anna Engine Plant (AEP), also in Ohio.

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Volkswagen debuts three-row ID. Buzz

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Volkswagen of America unveiled the three-row ID. Buzz has been tailored specifically for North America. Buzz has a rear-mounted powerplant as standard. Buzz increases the top speed to an electronically limited 99 mph, up from the two-row’s 90 mph. Buzz in Huntington Beach, California. The three-row ID.

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2018 Mazda CX-5 in US features as standard 2.5L engine with new cylinder-deactivation technology

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engines received updates to reduce internal friction, which increases low-end torque, while also reducing real-world fuel consumption and particulate matter formation during combustion. The engine introduces the ability to imperceptible shut down the two outside cylinders at cruising speeds to maximize efficiency.

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Mercedes-Benz USA announces performance acceleration on-demand upgrade for EQE and EQS

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Mercedes-Benz EQE and EQS customers in the North America can now opt for more performance with the new Acceleration Increase On-Demand upgrade for select Sedan and SUV models. second quicker acceleration from 0 to 60 mph (SUV). Hardwired, standard features, such as heated seats, will not be offered as digital extras.

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Proterra unveils ZX5 next-generation battery-electric transit bus

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The ZX5 can be configured with Proterra’s standard ProDrive drivetrain or a DuoPower drivetrain. The DuoPower drivetrain delivers nearly twice the horsepower and five times better fuel efficiency than a standard diesel engine.

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2021 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV features upgraded powertrain, enlarged battery pack

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Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. liter inline-four cylinder engine and a higher-output rear electric motor. liter inline-four cylinder engine and a higher-output rear electric motor. Additionally, this also allows increasing the top speed of all-electric operation from 79 mph to 83 mph.

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