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Ford to offer new 5-cylinder 3.2L diesel in Transit van in North America next year

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Precise injection timing and calibration also ensures a smooth combustion process to reduce hard diesel combustion clatter, resulting in lower noise levels that are more like a gasoline engine. liter EcoBoost gasoline engine. It will be exported to Ford’s Kansas City Assembly Plant in Claycomo, Mo., The Power Stroke 3.2-liter

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GM to introduce strong hybrid version of Malibu; combined fuel economy above 45 mpg; leverages Volt

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The engine also features Chevrolet’s first application of Exhaust Gas Heat Recovery, or EGHR, technology, which uses exhaust heat to warm the engine and cabin. Additional fuel economy benefits come from Exhaust Gas Recirculation, or EGR. kWh lithium-ion battery pack provides electric power to the Hybrid system.

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Chevrolet introduces 2016 Malibu; full hybrid option; 8-speed auto

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The engine also features Chevrolet’s first application of Exhaust Gas Heat Recovery, or EGHR, technology, which uses exhaust heat to warm the engine and cabin. Additional fuel economy benefits come from Exhaust Gas Recirculation, or EGR. kWh lithium-ion battery pack provides electric power to the hybrid system.

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