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J.D. Power: quality takes a back seat to innovation as problems reach a record high

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The study is based on a 223-question battery organized into nine vehicle categories: infotainment; features, controls and displays; exterior; driving assistance; interior; powertrain; seats; driving experience; and climate. The study was fielded from February through May 2023. Android Automotive Operating System (AAOS) issues: A 21.5

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Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy AWD

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One Engine, One Transmission. The engine is mated to an eight-speed automatic with a manual mode, paddle shifters, and five driver-selectable drive modes. The engine is mated to an eight-speed automatic with a manual mode, paddle shifters, and five driver-selectable drive modes. Building a legacy. The power of choice.

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CALSTART Small Hybrid Bus Working Group Selects StarTrans-Azure Dynamics for National Hybrid Bus Deployment

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engine and the 5-speed automatic TorqShift transmission. The Azure Balance system includes engine-off at idle and at below 20 mph (32 km/h), while electronically supporting key ancillary functions like air conditioning, power steering and braking. StarTrans Bus, a Supreme Indiana Operations Inc.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Sequoia

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The I-Force Max engine was smooth and powerful with the instant torque from the electric motor. Toyota’s parallel hybrid system automatically switches between the electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine, and gasoline-only engine power. An engine now augmented by electric drive. Smooth Performer.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Lucid Air Touring AWD

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Lucid has engineered the Air Touring to be an excellent long road tourer, hence the name. Lucid names the Air Touring interiors after California destinations of Santa Cruz, Tahoe and Mojave. Tahoe gets Black and Saddle and with Carbon Oak trim, and Mojave gets seats in Black and Graphite with Carbon Oak trim.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Carnival SX

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Driving the front wheels, all-wheel drive is not offered, the engine puts out 290 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. To aid in fuel economy, the Carnival’s adaptive cruise control is navigation-based and has a stop-and-go feature, where the engine shuts off when coming to a stop and restarts automatically. Get a grip.

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Battery cell qualification for EVs: Lucid’s cell specialist discusses the complicated process

Charged EVs

This requires in-depth collaboration among cell engineering, systems, vehicle integration, efficiency, software and marketing teams. Detailed power capability assessment is helpful to provide the necessary performance when you want to—for example—tow your jet ski to Lake Tahoe.