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APRIL 3, 2019

Ford has revealed the 2020 Escape; the small SUV will make its first public appearance at the New York International Auto Show. Gasoline engine-powered models as well as the standard hybrid are available with all-wheel drive. This means: In Auto EV mode, the vehicle decides whether to run on gas or electric power.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 21, 2019

Last week at China’s Auto Shanghai motor show, Aston Martin Lagonda revealed the final production-ready iteration of its first all-electric production car, the Rapide E. Top speed for Rapide E is 155 mph, with a sub-4.0 second 0-60mph time and a 50-70 mph time of just 1.5

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

The models offer significantly improved CO 2 figures and for the first time feature as standard Ford’s Auto-Start-Stop technology on EcoBoost gasoline and 2.0-liter liter EcoBoost gasoline engine with 150 PS (110 kW) and 182 PS (134 kW), and also will be offered with Ford’s new 1.5-liter liter EcoBoost gasoline engine.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

liter EcoBoost gasoline engine and new Focus also will be available for the first time with Ford’s 1.5-liter liter EcoBoost gasoline engine, including a 99 g/km CO 2 1.0-liter Paddle-shift controls will be available as an option with all automatic and PowerShift transmissions, both diesel and gasoline. liter TDCi diesel engine.

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The Truth About Cars

MARCH 5, 2024

The internal-combustion engine Mustang seems safe, at least in the short term. second 0-60 mph time for the Daytona, along with an 11.5-second Available drive modes will include Donut, Drift, Sport, Track, Drag, Wet/Snow, Auto, Eco, and two race modes. Muscle cars are going electric. Well, maybe not across the board.

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DECEMBER 3, 2017

The updated Mazda6 ( earlier post ) introduced at the Los Angeles Auto Show this past week offers two powertrain options in the US: an upgraded SKYACTIV-G 2.5 engine, first unveiled at the 2015 LA Auto Show for the 2016 CX-9. produces 310 lb-ft of torque from just 2,000 RPM and 250 hp on 93-octane fuel (227 hp with 87-octane gasoline).

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Engine Exhaust Los Angeles Mazda 170

Green Car Congress

APRIL 4, 2014

Making its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show 2014 will be the updated 2015 BMW X3 Sports Activity Vehicle, which will include the X3 xDrive28d, the first BMW Advanced Diesel X3 model for the US. The X3 xDrive28d will accelerate from 0 – 60 mph in just under eight seconds. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 11, 2010

Volkswagen introduced its New Compact Coupe (NCC) hybrid concept at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Top speed is 227 km/h (141 mph) with 8.6 seconds required to accelerate to 100 km/h (0-60 mph in 8.1 Volkswagen is using a four-cylinder version of the TSI gasoline engine range in the NCC.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 6, 2015

Toyota anticipates that the 2016 RAV4 Hybrid—unveiled earlier this year at the New York International Auto Show ( earlier post ) and the eighth hybrid in Toyota’s line-up—will receive EPA ratings of 34 mpg city / 31 mpg highway / 33 mpg combined (6.9, The RAV4 Hybrid will accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 8.1

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MARCH 23, 2016

Toyota unveiled the new Prius Prime plug-in hybrid (PHEV) at the 2016 New York International Auto Show. kWh pack—and to drive at speeds up to 84 mph (135 km/h). In Hybrid mode, the Prius Prime can run on the gasoline engine or electric motor alone or a combination of both.

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Prius Toyota PHEV Range 150

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JULY 7, 2012

In addition to the boost available for the internal combustion engine, the electric motor is capable of powering the ActiveHybrid 3 in all-electric mode for speeds up to 45 mph (70 km/h) for distances up to 2.5 When the driver applies more throttle, the internal combustion engine is engaged automatically, then disengaged on overrun.

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MARCH 27, 2018

After recently showing the new Touareg in Europe and China, Volkswagen is now debuting a new version of its Atlas midsize SUV at the New York International Auto Show: the Atlas Cross Sport concept. The top speed is 130 mph (209 km/h). The top speed would remain at 130 mph. The top speed would remain at 130 mph.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2010

In addition to introducing the next-generation Focus to the European market after its introduction at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit ( earlier post ), Ford will show the production versions of the new C-MAX and Grand C-MAX, previewed at the Frankfurt Show last year, at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show.

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JANUARY 13, 2015

Hyundai introduced the Hybrid version of the seventh-generation Sonata at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. It is possible for Sonata Hybrid to operate solely on electric power at speeds up to 75 mph (120 km/h) by decoupling the gasoline engine from the rest of the drivetrain.

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Fuel Economy Economy Hyundai Hybrid 150

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 25, 2013

Offering both gasoline and diesel engines at launch (depending upon market), output is up by as much as 10 kW over the new car’s 1 Series predecessor, yet average fuel consumption in the EU test cycle has dropped by up to 21%, depending on the model. The US will see the gasoline model as the 228i.) BMW 2 Series Coupe. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 11, 2016

Volkswagen is unveiling the Tiguan GTE Active Concept plug-in hybrid at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). In E-mode, the Tiguan has a top speed of 70 mph (113 km/h). When this happens, the Tiguan GTE Active Concept has a top speed of 120 mph (193 km/h) and can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 6.4

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Plug-in Concept SUV Plug 150

Green Car Congress

MARCH 9, 2016

Mercedes-Benz has launched the new tenth-generation E-Class, introduced at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) this January. Its four-cylinder gasoline engine, in conjunction with the electric motor, gives it a total system output of 210 kW (286 hp) with a system torque of 550 N·m. Gasoline engines.

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Mercedes Engine PHEV MPH 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 19, 2015

At this year’s Geneva International Motor Show, Volkswagen will present an extensive technical update of the Sharan MPV, of which more than 800,000 units have been sold since its launch in 1995. mph) if a collision is imminent. For the first time, the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system is also available on the Sharan.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 11, 2015

The two new luxury diesel SUVs are making their debut at the 2015 North American International Auto Show in Detroit and go on sale Fall 2015. Peak torque arrives at 1,750 rpm in the Td6 while the gasoline V6 produces its 332 lb-ft (450 N·m) at 3,500 rpm. seconds for gasoline V6 models. for the Range Rover.

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Land Rover Fuel Economy MPG Diesel 150

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OCTOBER 7, 2016

The Prius Prime plug-in hybrid, unveiled at the 2016 New York International Auto Show in March ( earlier post ), features a larger 8.8 The EPA-estimated all-electric range is up to 25 miles at up to 84 mph. 1, yet runs on regular-grade gasoline. Pricing starts at $27,100.

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JANUARY 9, 2012

Ford unveiled the new 2013 Ford Fusion midsize sedan, with conventional gasoline engine; hybrid featuring a next-generation of Ford’s hybrid system; and plug-in hybrid versions at the Detroit Auto Show—the first production sedan to offer that trio of options. 2013 Ford Fusion. Click to enlarge.

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MARCH 16, 2015

With a total system output of 230 kW/313 hp generated by a four-cylinder gasoline engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, a synchronous electric motor integrated in the 8-speed Steptronic transmission, and a 9.0 The BMW X5 xDrive40e completes the 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) sprint in just 6.8 kWh over the same distance. 21 mpg US).

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 4, 2024

Each family will be adding full electric siblings, but at the end of 2023 still has its wheels firmly planted in the internal combustion world with the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) its furthest current reach into electrification. liter PHEV is rated at 21 mpg combinimg gasoline and electricity. kWh battery. Using 91 octane fuel, the 3.0-liter

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FEBRUARY 12, 2016

The new BMW 7 Series plug-in hybrid luxury sedans source their power from a four-cylinder gasoline engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology and an electric motor. The eight-speed Steptronic transmission itself has internal efficiency, top-class shift dynamics and shift comfort, and a compact construction.

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Plug-in BMW Plug Design 150

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 14, 2011

A choice of four BMW TwinPower Turbo technology engines will be available for the new BMW 3 Series Sedan from launch, including two optimized diesel engines and, on the gasoline side, the familiar six-cylinder unit and a new-generation four-cylinder engine in the 328i offering substantially reduced fuel consumption and emissions.

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MARCH 31, 2010

Ford’s Lincoln brand revealed its first hybrid—the new mid-size 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid—during the press preview to the New York International Auto Show. The combined gasoline engine and electric motor provide 191 net horsepower (142 kW). The pure electric mode on the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid extends to 47 mph (76 km/h).

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 19, 2013

At the 2013 Shanghai Auto Show, Volkswagen will introduce the “CrossBlue Coupé” concept plug-in hybrid SUV. The automaker introduced the “CrossBlue SUV” concept—developed specifically for the US and Canada—at the North American International Auto Show earlier this year. CrossBlue Coupé. Click to enlarge.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 13, 2024

And yes, you boot-up, power-on and power-down an EV just like a computer, unless of course your computer is powered by a gasoline engine! seconds, the 1/4 mile at 118 mph and, if daring enough, spin the dual electric motors to their maximum of 161 miles per hour. The electro-chromatic auto-dimming rear view mirror is Homelink equipped.

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Kia All-Electric Miles Clean 70

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MARCH 7, 2017

At the 2017 Geneva International Motor Show, Audi is presenting the Audi Q8 sport concept, a new performance-oriented take on the Q8 concept study introduced at the 2017 Detroit Motor Show. It therefore opens up delay-free acceleration to the V6 gasoline engine—something previously only known to diesel engines and electric motors.

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Audi Concept Hybrid Gas-Electric 150

Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2015

Volkswagen is unveiling the Sport Coupé Concept GTE plug-in hybrid at the 2015 Geneva International Motor Show, ushering in a new and progressive Volkswagen brand design language. The concept car, with a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph), has an average combined fuel consumption (NEDC combined) of 2.0 Driving modes include: Hybrid.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 2, 2011

Ford had previewed the small EcoBoost turbocharged gasoline direct injection unit, and had confirmed it for production, at Auto China 2010 in Beijing. liter gasoline engines. The current Ford Fusion Hybrid can reach a top speed of 47 mph on electricity and go as far as one mile. Ford is adding a 1.0-liter Earlier post.).

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MARCH 26, 2015

The high-performance SUV models, the Mercedes-AMG GLE63 4MATIC and the GLE63 S 4MATIC, will also celebrate their world premieres at the same time at the New York International Auto Show. The GLE550 e 4MATIC combines a V6 direct-injection gasoline engine with 329 hp (245 kW) and a hybrid module with 114 hp (85 kW) of electric power.

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Plug-in Mercedes SUV Plug 150

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JULY 15, 2016

The trio source their power from a latest-generation four-cylinder gasoline engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology and an electric motor. The new BMW 740e iPerformance with standard wheelbase and the new BMW 740Le iPerformance with long wheelbase offer combined cycle average gasoline consumption of 2.2–2.0

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BMW Plug-in Plug Hybrid 150

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 8, 2016

Following the world premiere of the V8-powered LC 500 at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in January 2016, Lexus introduced its hybrid variant, the new LC 500h. Earlier post.) The LC is a new flagship 2+2 performance coupe for Lexus’ global model range, and will go on sale in the US in Spring 2017. Earlier post.)

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FEBRUARY 18, 2009

Rapid economic growth, growing mobility, increasing purchasing power, and rising demand for goods have made China one of the fastest growing—and one of the largest—auto markets in the world. Fourteen percent buses used gasoline, were equipped with carburetors, and had no any end-of-pipe emission control devices.

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Electric Auto Association

JANUARY 5, 2023

In Department of Energy fuel economy tests, in short-trip city driving, a conventional gasoline car’s gas mileage is about 12 percent lower at 20 degrees Fahrenheit than it would be at 77 degrees Fahrenheit and can drop as much as 22 percent for very short trips of around 3 to 4 miles.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 13, 2009

The BMW ActiveHybrid 7 accelerates to 60 mph in 4.8 The BMW ActiveHybrid 7 features Auto Start Stop to maximize efficiency by avoiding engine idling when stopped. The BMW ActiveHybrid 7 features Auto Start Stop to maximize efficiency by avoiding engine idling when stopped. Acceleration to 60 mph in 4.8 Click to enlarge.

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