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Daimler to begin production and sales of Fuso Canter Eco Hybrid in Europe

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Daimler will begin production of Fuso Canter Eco Hybrid in Europe and launch it in major western European markets beginning in the third quarter of this year, with other countries to follow in succession. This will make the Canter Eco Hybrid the first series-produced truck of its class to be manufactured in Europe (in Tramagal, Portugal).

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New Audi S6 and S7 diesel TDI models pair 48V system with electric compressor

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The new Audi S6 and S7 models in Europe are making their entrance with a torquey V6 TDI engine. with the EPC working in tandem with the exhaust turbocharger—the full-size S models achieve a constant torque of 700 N·m across an engine speed range of 2,500 to 3,100 rpm. With dual supercharging—i.e., 37.3 – 37.9

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Audi gives S5 models their first diesel and 48V MHEV systems; performance and efficiency

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It is activated whenever the power demand from the driver is high but the energy available in the exhaust flow for driving the compressor wheel is low. mph), the car can coast for up to 40 seconds with the engine shut off. It does this using information from the navigation system and the onboard sensors. Audi S5 Coupé TDI.

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VW new Touareg with new design and new technologies; focus on diesel

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In terms of technical enhancements, particular focus has been placed on the V6 TDI engines, as in Europe more than 90% of all Touareg sales are of models with one of the two V6 TDI engine capacities on offer. With SCR, the amount of NO x in the exhaust is significantly reduced. Infotainment with new online services.

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2014 Sprinter van for US standard with new 2.1L diesel; new driver assistance features

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Since 2010, all Sprinters in the US have been powered by BlueTEC diesel engines, marking the first use of BlueTEC technology, with its selective catalytic reduction (SCR) exhaust aftertreatment system, in the commercial van market here. The two overhead camshafts actuate 16 intake and exhaust valves. 20 mph (32 km/h).

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New diesel Volkswagen Golf GTD heading for the US; first driving impressions

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Volkswagen has introduced a new version of the Golf GTD (“Gran Turismo Diesel”) in Europe, and plans to bring it to the US market, reportedly likely for the 2016 model year. The base version of the Golf GTD, at 3,036 pounds (1,377 kg), accelerates from 0 to 62 mph in 7.5 New Golf GTD. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) Click to enlarge.

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Toyota revamps Auris powertrain lineup, including hybrid; debut of new 1.2L turbo with Otto/Atkinson technology

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Toyota’s 2015 Auris range in Europe features significant improvements in five key areas; design; sensory quality; the hybrid model; safety; and, improving the model’s segment coverage by some 40%, powertrains. mph); maximum all-electric range is 2 km at speeds of up to 50 km/h (31 mph). Earlier post.). liter turbo and 1.6

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