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Tesla dodges safety cheating allegations amidst Euro NCAP investigation

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Following the vision-only Model Y’s stellar performance at the Euro NCAP and the ANCAP last month, Tesla found itself in hot water. The post Tesla dodges safety cheating allegations amidst Euro NCAP investigation appeared first on TESLARATI. Don’t hesitate to contact us with news tips.

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Chrysler Bringing New Dodge Caliber to Frankfurt Show with New Diesel

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The new Dodge Caliber. Chrysler is bringing the new Dodge Caliber to the Frankfurt Motor Show fitted with a new 2.2-liter, The water pump and piston cooling are switchable for improved thermal management. The new Dodge Caliber debuts at the 2009 International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt. Click to enlarge.

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Junkyard Find: 1978 Chrysler LeBaron Coupe

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After various high-end Imperials got LeBaron branding over the decades, Chrysler decided to turn the Dodge Diplomat into a swanky luxury machine and revive the storied LeBaron name in the process. Another problem with the 1977-1981 LeBaron was its all-too-obvious resemblance to its cheap Dodge Diplomat and Plymouth Gran Fury siblings.

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Chrysler to introduce PHEV models in 2016 and 2017 to meet ZEV requirements; new FCA gasoline engine family coming in 2015

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Tim Kuniskis’ (President and CEO Dodge Brand) Investor Day presentation emphasized brand attitude and the performance orientation of the brand. “We The new gasoline engine family will incorporate numerous technologies, including: Integrated water/air charge cooler. Variable flow water pump and electric auxiliary water pump.

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Is it Safe to Charge Your EV in the Rain?

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This includes a gasketed door enclosure for indoor or outdoor use, which provides a degree of protection against windblown dust and rain, splashing water, hose-directed water, and ice that forms on the enclosure. To simulate a rainy environment, we used a spray can spray water continuously into the charging port for ten minutes.

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Stuff We Use: Why Should You Use a Foam Cannon?

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This specific foam cannon is your author’s go-to choice when washing his Dodge Challenger or whatever press car is taking up residence in his driveway that particular week. It mixes your favorite automotive soap, water, and air to create the solution which is blasted out of the nozzle and onto yer car.

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Abengoa opens cellulosic ethanol plant in Hugoton; 1st commercial deployment of Abengoa enzymatic hydrolysis

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Abengoa held the grand opening of its cellulosic ethanol plant in Hugoton, Kansas, located about 90 miles (145 km) southwest of Dodge City. The Hugoton cellulosic ethanol plant covers 400 acres, more than 380 of which will be used to store biomass from local farmers. Click to enlarge. million liters) per year.