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Infiniti Q Inspiration concept designed with autonomy, VC-Turbo variable compression ratio engine in mind

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Infiniti unveiled its Q Inspiration Concept at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The Q Inspiration powertrain combines turbocharged gasoline power with the torque and efficiency of a hybrid or diesel engine. With the system acting as a co-pilot, the driver always retains ultimate control.

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Infiniti Q80 Inspiration concept hybrid delivers 550 hp with 42.8 mpg fuel economy

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Infiniti unveiled the Q80 Inspiration concept car at the 2014 Paris Motor Show, it what it called a signal of its intent to break into the top tier of the premium sedan category; the concept will lead to a future model. Infiniti plans to double its powertrain range over the next five years.) L/100 km (42.8 Powered by a new 2.2-liter,

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Infiniti offering 3 versions of new QX30 premium crossover next year; all conventional powertrains

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Infiniti will offer three versions of its all-new QX30 premium active crossover for the United States and Canada next year. 2017 Infiniti QX30 and QX30S. Infiniti said the QX30 is targeting a new generation of premium buyers. Depending on market, there will be a choice between diesel and gasoline engines for QX30 buyers.

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Infiniti introducing production-ready variable compression ratio engine at Paris Motor Show

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Infiniti will introduce a production-ready variable compression ratio engine VC-T (Variable Compression-Turbocharged) at the 2016 Paris Motor Show (Mondial de l’Automobile) in September. Infiniti said that the new four-cylinder turbocharged gasoline VC-T engine has been in development for more than 20 years. Croguennec, S.

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Electric Infiniti, Mercedes CLA Drive, Lithium Batteries: Today's Car News

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Today on Green Car Reports: Infiniti''s electric car is once again given the green light, we drive the Mercedes-Benz CLA, and a new form of lithium anode has been developed--for potentially better batteries. The city of London has decided to charge diesel drivers and drivers of older gasoline vehicles more to.'

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Nissan to produce Mercedes-Benz 4-cylinder gasoline engines in North America; latest step in collaboration

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powertrain assembly plant will build Mercedes-Benz 4-cylinder gasoline engines for Infiniti and Mercedes-Benz models. Today it manufactures 4-, 6- and 8-cylinder engines for the complete lineup of US-produced Nissan and Infiniti vehicles. Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Daimler Board of Management and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars.

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Infiniti’s QX50 Concept to debut in Detroit; potential application for VC-Turbo variable compression ratio engine; autonomous drive support

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Infiniti’s autonomous drive technologies will act as a “co-pilot” for the driver, and “delegate” more onerous driving tasks to the car—such as navigating stop-start traffic on the highway or keeping track of the positions of surrounding vehicles. liter VC-Turbo engine represents a compelling alternative to diesel powertrains.

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