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Subaru introduces 5th-gen AWD Outback with up to 10% improvement in fuel economy

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New for 2015, all Outback models come standard with the Lineartronic CVT (continuously variable transmission), which features paddle-shift control switches and is instrumental in the Outback’s significantly improved fuel economy. helps to improve fuel economy by reducing wind resistance when closed.

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Chrysler unveils 2013 Ram with array of new systems focused on fuel economy

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liter Pentastar V-6 engine (Ward’s 10 Best Engines Award two years in a row) with variable-valve timing (VVT) offers best-in-class standard 305 hp (227 kW), with 269 lb-ft (365 N·m) of torque and best-in-class fuel economy for V-6 trucks, according to Chrysler. Specific fuel economy figures are note available yet.)

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Altair ProductDesign to support development of the New Edison2 Very Light Car

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Altair ProductDesign is partnering with Edison2 to assist in the design of the new Very Light Car 4.0 (VLC VLC 4.0), the next generation version of the innovative, light-weight, fuel-efficient vehicle entered in the Progressive Automotive XPRIZE in 2010. Earlier post.). The VLC 4.0 Click to enlarge. —Mike Heskitt.

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3rd generation Mercedes-Benz M-Class SUV offers completely reworked 3.0L diesel for US

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2012MY M-Class. Mercedes- Benz will introduce the all-new 2012MY M-Class SUV into the US market in September 2011 with two models: ML350 4MATIC and ML350 BlueTEC. The third generation of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class SUV features a completely reworked 3.0L US fuel economy city/hwy. US fuel economy city/hwy.

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Mercedes-Benz previews new GLA compact SUV; fuel economy as high as 54.7 mpg in diesel version

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2015 GLA-Class. Mercedes-Benz previewed the new 2015 GLA-Class compact SUV prior to its global debut at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt next month. Class and the new CLA Coupé were delivered worldwide (+58.0%). The measures here include the roof spoiler lip and the aerodynamically shaped tail lights.

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EIA projects decline in transportation sector energy consumption through 2037 despite increase in VMT, followed by increase

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For the Transportation sector, EIA projects that energy consumption will decline between 2019 and 2037 (in the Reference case) because increases in fuel economy more than offset growth in vehicle miles traveled (VMT). Light-duty vehicle miles traveled increases by 20% in the Reference case, growing from 2.9

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Navistar SuperTruck demo vehicle CatalIST exceeds DOE freight efficiency goal; 50.3% BTE, path to 55%

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Predictive cruise control looks ahead of the vehicle and recognizes the terrain and continuously calculates the most efficient speed and gear for optimal fuel economy in real time. The LT Series was designed with the goal of best-in-class uptime, meaning keeping the truck on the road and facilitating quick service when the need arises.