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Biofuels- paving the way for low carbon future in mobility – ET Auto

Baua Electric

A key reason behind the government mandates is the varied benefits of biofuels; Apart from emission reduction, biofuels can have a significant impact across areas such as crude oil import reduction, boosting energy security and delivering wider socio-economic benefits by supporting the farm economy.

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Tank 500 Ultra Review: Is this the electrified 4×4 wagon that signals the end for Toyota’s dirty diesels?

EV Central

GWM is a giant Chinese auto brand – GWM stands for Great Wall Motors. Wired and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (and wireless smartphone charging), Bluetooth connection, AM/FM and digital radio and embedded satellite-navigation are all included in the technology package. Dominating the dashboard are a 14.6-inch

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Guess Who's Back -- 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Marks Return of an Iconic Name

The Truth About Cars

liter four-cylinder with a 48-horsepower electric motor that's juiced by a 1.87-kWh Fuel-economy numbers will be announced at a later date. There will be just one powertrain -- an i-Force Max hybrid setup that pairs a 2.4-liter kWh NiMH battery pack. The electric motor will be integrated into the eight-speed automatic transmission.

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2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Rubicon Review – Charged-Up Jeep

The Truth About Cars

It gives you the chance for some seriously swift acceleration without making the fuel-economy sacrifices demanded of you by the bonkers 392. But if you have the scratch and the access to juice, it makes a strong argument for itself. Unlike the 392, this Jeep uses a 2.0-liter The base price for my test unit was $58,595.

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2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid EX Review – Urban Crossover, Right Price

The Truth About Cars

The juice is supplied by a 1.49 The entire package is well put together, balancing fun-to-drive, functionality, and fuel economy. kWh lithium-ion battery. An eight-speed automatic transmission gets the power to the all-wheel drive system. Acceleration is one thing, ride and handling are another. All at a reasonable price.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

Fuel economy for the Corolla Cross Hybrid is rated at 45 mpg city/38 highway with a combined average of 42. The driving range in pure electric mode is short, so best save that battery juice for parking garages or sneaking in late at night. Running on regular unleaded, the hybrid system is designed to err on the side of fuel efficiency.

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Tale of Two 2,000-mile EV Rural Road Trips

Clean Fleet Report

Since it was not a Level 2 charger, I knew it would not gain much juice overnight. On the last day I knew I would have to get a full charge to make it back to Heathrow and leave it with enough juice for the driver who would collect it. Since I was attending the Detroit Auto Show, I could replicate my UK trip for comparison.

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