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Turbo, air-hybrid Scuderi split cycle engine achieves 64 mpg US in simulations; CO2 emissions of 85 g/km

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The data showed that a turbocharged/air-hybridized Scuderi Engine ( earlier post ) can achieve at least 64 mpg US (3.7 Consistent with conventional four-stroke engine designs, the combustion cycle of the Scuderi Engine has two high-pressure strokes—compression and power. liters per 100 km) while emitting 85 g CO 2 /km.

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First natural gas GM half-ton pickups with 5.3L DI engines delivered in Texas

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The 2015 model vehicles were purchased by local Houston company NewTex Plumbing and San Antonio-based Pioneer Energy Services. During EPA testing the DuraDrive DI set a record for efficiency on an eight-cylinder natural gas truck, achieving 23 mpg (10.2 liter direct injection engine. l/100 km) highway. direct injection engine.

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GM Ventures invests in battery-electric bus company Proterra

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Proterra’s EcoRide BE-35 battery electric bus ( earlier post ) is averaging up to 24 mpg (diesel equivalent) in service, a more than 600% improvement over a typical diesel bus. with additional buses to be added, and new buses and charging stations are also headed to San Antonio and Tallahassee, Fla., later this year.

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Flash Drive: 2022 Toyota Tundra

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RWD – 18 mpg city/23 highway/20 combined. AWD – 17 mpg city/22 highway/19 combined. RWD – 18 mpg city/23 highway/20 combined. AWD – 17 mpg city/22 highway/19 combined. AWD – 17 mpg city/22 highway/19 combined. Each of the six trim levels has a different grille design.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Sequoia

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With a new powertrain, exterior and interior design, infotainment interface and increased efficiency, the 2023 Sequoia will continue to be a popular choice for those needing a full-size SUV. The cockpit design is driver-friendly with all gauges, including the hybrid management system, in easy sight and the controls in easy reach.

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Daimler Trucks NA SuperTruck achieves 115% freight efficiency improvement over 2009 baseline; 50.2% engine BTE

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The final SuperTruck demonstrator ran a five-day, 312-mile (502-kilometer) roundtrip route on Texas Interstate 35 between San Antonio and Dallas, at a weight of 65,000 lbs (29,484 kg) GVWR at a speed of 65 mph (105 km/h), where it achieved an average result of 12.2 mpg (19.26 Aerodynamics.

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Flash Drive: 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning

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Ford held focus groups with cardboard cut-outs depicting design features to test acceptance. Not only did Ford cleverly design a 14.1 Clean Fleet Report recently had the opportunity to drive the F-150 Lightning at a media event in San Antonio, Texas. Not electric trucks, but trucks. The most popular spot. Silent Running.

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