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First drive review: 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid superiority extends beyond gas mileage

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The 38-mpg Tucson Hybrid is the first hybrid SUV in Hyundai’s lineup, and from what I’ve seen it’s the best way you can get the new Tucson—for now. The redesigned 2022 Tucson gets a fresh look, upgraded tech, and a growth spurt that gives it one of the best back seats in this crowded class.

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2013 Dodge Dart Aero offers up to 41 mpg highway at MSRP of $19,295

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liter MultiAir intercooled turbo engine combined with several aerodynamic enhancements, including lightweight aluminum chassis components, active grille shutters, underbody aero kit, a lowered profile and low-rolling resistance tires, the Dodge Dart Aero model achieves 41 mpg US (5.74 High-tech features, including the class-exclusive 8.4-inch

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Tech: New Technology Reduces Diesel Emissions

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The engine used for the test was a Cummins X15, a current state-of-the-art diesel engine found in many Class 8 trucks. The post Tech: New Technology Reduces Diesel Emissions first appeared on Clean Fleet Report. Running dDSF also saved 20 percent in fuel. The Test Procedures. Attacking the NOx.

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Volkswagen to Premiere New Generation of Polo, Golf and Passat BlueMotion Models; Consumption As Low As 3.3 L/100km (71.3 mpg US)

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All three Volkswagens are the most fuel-efficient models in their respective size classes, according to VW; all three are celebrating world premieres as production versions at the IAA; and all three can be ordered later this fall. mpg US), equivalent to 87 g/km CO 2 /km. mpg US), with 99 g CO 2 /km. mpg US) with 114 g/km CO 2.

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2024 Volkswagen Atlas Review – Changing Yet Staying the Same

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The company proffered a coffee mug, one of those star charts we used in astronomy classes back in the day, and some boutique bar soap as swag. Soft-touch materials and fake wood that looked real classed up the cabin of the R-Line I was piloting. Fuel economy for front-drive models is 20 mpg city/27 mpg highway/23 mpg combined.

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Mercedes-Benz to Launch Limited Series Production of B Class F-CELL Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicle Late This Year

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The Mercedes-Benz B-Class F-CELL at the OMV hydrogen filling station at Stuttgart Airport. Mercedes-Benz is launching its first series-produced fuel cell car: the new B-Class F-CELL. mpg US) in the NEDC (New European Driving Cycle). Production of the B-Class F-CELL will commence in late 2009 with a small lot.

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Georgia Tech life-cycle study finds TCO of medium-duty electric and diesel delivery trucks similar; electric life-cycle energy use and GHG lower than diesel

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For the study, the team used vehicle operation data from a FedEx Express parcel delivery diesel truck of GVW class 5 (16,001?19,500 Given the same drive cycle and thus the same vehicle efficiency, the electric truck would be more attractive to fleet operators with high truck utilization (VKT demand), of course within the electric drive.

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