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2019 Nissan Altima features VC-Turbo variable compression ratio engine, AWD, ProPILOT Assist

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liter VC-Turbo engine is projected to have a double-digit percentage increase in highway mpg for the front-wheel drive models. —José Muñoz, chief performance officer, Nissan Motor Co., In terms of fuel economy, the new 2.0-liter This two engines in one is another way Altima stands far apart from all other vehicles in the segment.

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New Ford S-MAX first worldwide to offer Intelligent Speed Limiter

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The system continually adjusts the ratio between the steering wheel and the road wheels in the following scenarios: City-driving speeds: an electric motor and gearing system contained within the steering wheel adds to the driver’s inputs so that fewer turns of the wheel are required to park or negotiate tight turns and T-junctions.

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