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Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

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Running on 87 octane, the front wheels (all-wheel drive is not available) are driven through a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) that has five driver selectable drive modes of Eco, Normal, Sport, Slippery and Snow/Sand. Road Test: 2018 Chevrolet Equinox. A contender in a crowded field. Road Test: 2018 Kia Sportage.

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Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD

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The “wet” part of a DCT means it uses oil to improve lubrication and cooling. A “dry” DCT does not use oil, but is the more fuel efficient of the two types. That is joined by exterior colors of Hampton Gray, Phantom Black, Sage Gray, Ice White and Mojave Sand. Road Test: 2018 Chevrolet Colorado. A torquey turbo four.

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GMs Expanding Gasoline Direct Injection Engine Portfolio

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The new Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles will offer the Ecotec 2.4L In addition, the control of the injection event, via direct-injection technology, is very precise and results in better combustion efficiency and fuel consumption at all throttle openings. Chevrolet HHR SS. Chevrolet Traverse. Chevrolet HHR SS.

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2018 VW Tiguan and new 2.0 TSI B-cycle engine gives VW a strong offering in compact SUV segment

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The core element of the new engine is a new combustion process combining short intake events with a high compression ratio. The injectors for the direct-injection system were relocated and deliver up to three injection events per combustion cycle at a higher maximum pressure (250 bar or 3,626 psi). Significance of the 2018 Tiguan.

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