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New Honda electric car, sporty Lexus hybrid review, how gas engines will get better mpg: Today's Car News

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Honda introduced its new electric car for China, and it's based on the small HR-V SUV that it sells here. And we take a deep dive into the next technology that will make gas engines more fuel effiicent. All this and.

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Gas-tax hike, Kia Sorento Diesel, Bolt EV after a year, 37-mpg F-150, electric cars in CA: Today's Car News

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Today, we've got an interesting mix of stories, from a debate over how many electric cars California needs to the source of funds for an engine promised to deliver 37 mpg in a full-size Ford F-150 pickup. All this and more on Green Car Reports. California.

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Looking to get in a hybrid for cheap? Used Toyota Prius 1.5 HSD 2004-2009 Review

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Used Priuses, especially the Generation 2 that were made from 2004 to 2009 are becoming a bargain to buy, especially for the MPG and features you get in return. On the way there, I made a pit stop at a gas station to buy a bottle of champagne as a gift, hoping to start out a conversation with a stranger on the right foot.

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ExxonMobil: diesel will surpass gasoline as the number one global transportation fuel by 2020

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As more energy-efficient vehicle options become available, conventional gasoline and diesel engine vehicles will make up a smaller share of the fleet over time, down to around 50% in 2040. Full hybrid vehicles will make up about 40% of the fleet in 2040—more than 50% of new car sales in 2040. l/100km) today.

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New Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE 680hp hybrid with technology transfer from Formula 1

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l/100 km / 34 mpg US; combined CO 2 emissions, weighted: 156 g/km; combined electric energy consumption, weighted: 11.7 A two-speed electric motor positioned on the rear axle supports the 2.0-liter liter turbo engine that is mounted longitudinally at the front; this is the most powerful production four-cylinder in the world.

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Is the Ford Mustang Mach-E the Best Thing To Happen to the EV Industry?

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Making EVs cool The Ford Mustang Mach-E is an all-electric version of one of the world’s most iconic motor vehicles. It’s seen as one of the most sought-after cars out there – certainly one that turns heads! With the introduction of an electric version, we could see a dramatic change in the EV industry.

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Road Test: 2023 Lexus UX 250h Premium FWD

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liter gasoline powered, 4-cylinder engine combined with the twin electric motors. Gas plus two electric motors The hybrid system automatically switches between the pure electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine, and gasoline-only engine power. Your numbers may differ.

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